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Assam Disburses Rs 120 Crore, Launches Key Schemes for Rural Livelihoods

The Assam government has disbursed Rs 120 crore in financial assistance under the National Rural Livelihoods Mission at a major event in Guwahati. Several new initiatives were launched, including the Mukhyamantri Utkarsh Yojana and digital apps like Krishi Sarathi to boost rural outreach. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced a new scheme for Farmers' Producer Organisations to help tap into international export markets. Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan launched a Rs 2,000 crore PMGSY project for 1,500 km of new rural roads, aiming to significantly improve connectivity and livelihoods.

Key Points: Assam Launches Rural Schemes, Disburses Rs 120 Crore Aid

  • Rs 120 crore disbursed under rural mission
  • New FPO scheme for farmers launched
  • PMGSY to add 1,500 km rural roads
  • Krishi Sarathi & Rural One Apps introduced
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Assam disburses Rs 120 crore under Rural Livelihood Mission, key schemes launched​

Assam govt disburses Rs 120 crore under livelihood mission, launches new farmer & digital schemes with Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan.

"This will enable Assam to export its agricultural and horticultural produce to global markets and enhance farmers' incomes. - Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma"

Guwahati, Feb 23

The Assam government on Monday disbursed Rs 120 crore as financial assistance under the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana-National Rural Livelihoods Mission at a major programme held at the Jyoti Bishnu Antarkatik Kala Mandir here. ​

The event marked the launch of several key initiatives to strengthen rural livelihoods and enhance digital outreach across the state. These included the Mukhyamantri Utkarsh Yojana, Krishi Sarathi App, Samaveshi Ajeevika Yojana, and the Rural One App, reflecting the government's focus on inclusive growth and technology-driven service delivery in rural Assam. ​

Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare and Rural Development Shivraj Singh Chouhan attended the programme as the chief guest, while Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma presided over the event and announced a series of new measures for farmers and rural infrastructure development. ​

Addressing the gathering, Chief Minister Sarma said a new scheme for Farmers' Producer Organisations (FPOs) has been introduced to provide both financial and technical support to farmers.

​He said the initiative would help farmers take advantage of the free trade agreements India has signed with countries such as the United States, the United Kingdom, and the United Arab Emirates. ​

"This will enable Assam to export its agricultural and horticultural produce to global markets and enhance farmers' incomes," the Chief Minister said. ​

Sarma further informed that Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan also launched a new programme under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY), under which Assam will receive nearly 1,500 kilometres of new rural roads. ​

The project is estimated to cost around Rs 2,000 crore and is expected to significantly improve connectivity in remote and rural areas of the state. ​

Union Minister Chouhan, in his address, lauded Assam's efforts to strengthen rural development programmes and said the Centre remains committed to supporting the state's initiatives to empower farmers and self-help groups.

​The measures announced at the event are expected to boost rural livelihoods, promote agricultural exports, and accelerate infrastructure development, reinforcing Assam's push towards sustainable and inclusive rural growth.

- IANS

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Priyanka N
Rs 120 crore disbursement is a good headline, but the real test is whether this money actually empowers rural women in SHGs and small farmers. We've seen schemes before where funds get stuck in bureaucracy. I sincerely hope the Mukhyamantri Utkarsh Yojana has a transparent tracking system.
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Arun Y
Exporting Assam's agricultural produce globally is a fantastic vision! Muga silk, tea, oranges, bhut jolokia... we have so much unique potential. Supporting FPOs is key to achieving scale. Jai Assam! 🇮🇳
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Sarah B
As someone working in rural development, the focus on digital outreach through apps is crucial. Bridging the digital divide can bring services and market information directly to farmers' fingertips. The success will depend on digital literacy training alongside the app launches.
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Manish T
1500 km of new rural roads under PMGSY is massive! This will transform lives in remote villages, especially in the hill areas. Better roads mean better access to schools, hospitals, and markets. A solid infrastructure push is always welcome.
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Kavya N
My mother is part of a village SHG. She says the paperwork for existing schemes is very complicated. I hope the Samaveshi Ajeevika Yojana simplifies the process and provides real skill training, not just loans. The intent is good, execution is everything.

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