October 13, 2025 12:24 PM

India Unveils ₹11,440 Crore ‘Mission Aatmanirbharta in Pulses’ to Achieve Self-Sufficiency and Strengthen Farmer Prosperity

In a landmark move aimed at reshaping India’s agricultural future, the Government of India has launched a comprehensive ₹11,440 crore initiative—'Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses'—with a strategic vision to achieve full self-sufficiency in pulse production by 2030–31. Announced by the Union Cabinet and launched under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, this mission marks one of the most significant agricultural interventions in recent years. It aligns directly with t...

October 3, 2024 11:45 PM

“Major step towards Atmanirbharta”: PM Modi after cabinet approves National Mission on Edible Oils–Oilseeds

Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the Union Cabinet's approval of the National Mission on Edible Oils—Oilseeds (NMEO-Oilseeds), calling it a crucial step towards achieving Atmanirbharta in the production of edible oils. In a post on X, PM Modi emphasized that the mission will boost domestic oilseed production, support farmers, and promote sustainable agricultural practices. "The Cabinet's approval for the National Mission on Edible Oils—Oilseeds (NMEO-Oilseeds) is a major step towards At...