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MP CM Mohan Yadav Unveils Rs 62 Cr Projects, Charts Path for Farmers' Prosperity

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav attended a State-Level Kisan Sammelan in Datia, distributing benefits to farmers and inaugurating 12 development projects worth Rs 62.23 crore. He urged farmers to adopt modern agricultural practices, expand into animal husbandry and food processing, and highlighted the state's commitment to expanding irrigation coverage. The CM also appealed against crop residue burning, promoting the use of Happy Seeder machines and the establishment of Custom Hiring Centres for farm machinery access. Furthermore, he detailed the 'Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar Kamdhenu Scheme' to boost milk production and emphasized the government's support for education through Sandipani schools and student welfare schemes.

Key Points: MP CM Mohan Yadav Launches Rs 62 Cr Projects at Kisan Sammelan

  • Inaugurated 12 projects worth Rs 62.23 crore
  • Urged farmers to adopt modern equipment and agro-industries
  • Highlighted irrigation area expansion to 55 lakh hectares
  • Launched Kamdhenu Scheme with subsidy for cattle units
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MP: CM Yadav attends Kisan Sammelan in Datia; performs inauguration, Bhoomi Poojan of 12 development projects worth Rs 62.23 Cr

CM Mohan Yadav inaugurates 12 projects worth Rs 62.23 Cr in Datia, outlines schemes to double farmers' income through modern agriculture and animal husbandry.

"Madhya Pradesh would soon become the number one state in the country. - CM Mohan Yadav"

Datia, March 24

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav attended a State-Level Kisan Sammelan held in Datia district on Tuesday and distributed benefits to farmers related to agricultural equipment, animal husbandry, and food processing.

Addressing the program, CM Yadav said that Madhya Pradesh would soon become the number one state in the country.

He also inaugurated or performed the bhoomi pujan of 12 development projects costing Rs 62.23 crore, including a grand Sandipani School, a travellers' rest house at the sacred site of Ratangarh, a stadium, and others on the occasion, according to an official release.

The Chief Minister urged farmers to adopt modern agricultural equipment, expand into animal husbandry and fisheries and establish agro-based industries and food processing units to double their income. Several schemes have been introduced to support these efforts. Farmers are now also producing fodder through machines as part of crop residue management, enabling them to earn from both wheat and straw.

The CM further said the state government is committed to expanding the irrigation coverage in the state. The irrigated area, which once stood at 7.5 lakh hectares, has now increased to 55 lakh hectares. In the last two years alone, irrigated land has expanded by nearly 10 lakh hectares.

Additionally, CM Yadav appealed to farmers not to burn crop residue after harvesting, as it reduces soil fertility. The state government is providing Happy Seeder machines to beneficiaries for straw production. Farmers can sell the fodder to nearby gaushalas, enabling them to earn additional income along with their wheat produce.

To ensure small farmers get timely access to farm machinery on rent, Custom Hiring Centres are being established at the assembly constituency level. The Chief Minister also assured that farmers will be provided 24-hour electricity for irrigation after the monsoon season.

Furthermore, the Chief Minister said the state government has launched the 'Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar Kamdhenu Scheme' to enhance farmers' income through animal husbandry. The state aims to increase milk production from 9 to 20 per cent. Under the scheme, farmers establishing a unit of 25 cows costing Rs 40 lakh will receive a Rs 10 lakh subsidy from the state government.

Along with this, the Chief Minister also stressed that Sandipani schools in the state are like temples, shaping the bright future of children. Students studying in government schools are being provided free textbooks, uniforms, bicycles, laptops, and even scooters. From the current academic session, milk packets will also be distributed to school children under the Yashoda Scheme.

- ANI

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Priyanka N
The increase in irrigation area from 7.5 to 55 lakh hectares is a massive achievement if the data is correct. 24-hour power after monsoon is the real need for farmers. Implementation is key, not just announcements.
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Aman W
Rs 10 lakh subsidy on 40 lakh unit? That's only 25%. For a small farmer, arranging 30 lakh is still a dream. The scheme sounds good on paper but needs more financial support for it to be truly accessible.
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Sarah B
As someone who follows sustainable agriculture globally, the crop residue management plan is commendable. Turning waste into wealth by linking it to gaushalas is a brilliant circular economy model. More states should adopt this.
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Karthik V
Free milk packets in schools under Yashoda Scheme is a great move for child nutrition. Sandipani schools getting focus is also good. Development should always include education and health infrastructure alongside agriculture.
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Nikhil C
Custom Hiring Centres at constituency level could be a game-changer if managed transparently. Small farmers suffer the most when they can't afford or access machinery. Hope this isn't just another 'sarkari' centre that becomes non-functional in a year.

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