PM KISAN

March 5, 2025 5:19 PM

Cabinet approves ₹3,880 crore scheme to prevent, control livestock diseases

The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday approved the revision of the Livestock Health and Disease Control Programme (LHDCP) with a total outlay of ₹3,880 crore. The scheme consists of two components: the National Animal Disease Control Programme (NADCP) and Livestock Health & Disease Control (LH&DC). Additionally, a new component, Pashu Aushadhi, has been introduced. “LH&DC has three sub-components: the Critical Animal Disease Control Programme ...

February 28, 2025 1:15 PM

Farming For the Future: Modi government’s progressive outlook

Earlier this week, the 19th instalment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) was released to the farmers. Over 11 Crore farmers have been registered under this programme, with over 25 per cent being female beneficiaries. The total disbursement since the initiation of the programme stands at Rs. 3.68 lakh crore and the number of beneficiaries is 9.8 crores till date. The PM-KISAN programme ensures financial support for the farmers. Each financial year, three instalments, each wor...

February 24, 2025 11:29 PM

PM Modi’s tireless dedication to national development: A day of non-stop action across 3 states

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday showcased his unwavering commitment to the nation’s progress with a packed schedule that took him to three states—Madhya Pradesh, Bihar, and Assam—in a single day. The whirlwind schedule spoke volumes about the PM’s dedication to state development and his relentless work ethic. Working around the clock for the betterment of the nation is PM Modi’s habit. PM Modi’s day began early in Madhya Pradesh, where he inaugurated the Global Investors Sum...

February 24, 2025 9:08 AM

Prime Minister Modi to release 19th instalment of PM KISAN in Bhagalpur, Bihar

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Bhagalpur Monday, where he will release the 19th instalment of Kisan Samman Nidhi, prioritising the welfare, happiness, and prosperity of farmers. PM Modi will also address a public rally ahead of the 2025 Bihar elections at the Airport Ground. Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar will accompany the Prime Minister, and the rally is expected to witness the participation of around 5 lakh farmers. The event will include the distribution of Kisan Samman Nidhi an...

September 16, 2024 6:17 PM

Cabinet approves MSP for 14 Kharif season crops, farmers to get Rs 35,000 crore more over previous season

The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved an increase in the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for 14 Kharif crops, including paddy, ragi, bajra, jowar, maize, and cotton. The decision will have a financial implication of Rs 2 lakh crore for the government while ensuring a gain of Rs 35,000 crore for farmers over the previous season. Addressing the media after the Cabinet meeting, Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw underscored the significance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's third...

September 16, 2024 6:27 PM

PM Modi releases 17th installment of PM KISAN scheme worth more than Rs 20000 cr

In his first visit to Varanasi after being re-elected for a third consecutive term, Prime Minister Narendra Modi released the 17th installment of the PM-KISAN scheme on Tuesday, amounting to more than Rs 20,000 crores for around 9.26 crore beneficiary farmers across the country. The latest disbursement takes the total benefits provided under the PM-KISAN scheme to over Rs 3.04 lakh crore, reaching more than 11 crore eligible farmer families since its inception in 2019. During the event, PM Mod...