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PM Modi to Release Rs 18,640 Crore to 9.3 Crore Farmers on March 13

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will release the 22nd installment of the PM-Kisan scheme on March 13, 2026, from Guwahati. The installment will transfer over Rs 18,640 crore directly to the bank accounts of more than 9.32 crore beneficiary farmer families. Since its launch in 2019, the scheme has disbursed over Rs 4.09 lakh crore, with this release pushing the cumulative total past Rs 4.27 lakh crore. The initiative provides crucial income support for agricultural and household expenses, with the government highlighting its role in empowering women farmers and strengthening the rural economy.

Key Points: PM Modi to Release 22nd PM-Kisan Installment on March 13

  • Rs 18,640 crore direct transfer
  • Benefits 9.32 crore farmer families
  • 22nd installment of PM-Kisan scheme
  • Over 2.15 crore women farmers to benefit
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PM Modi to release 22nd installment of PM-Kisan on March 13

PM Modi will release over Rs 18,640 crore to 9.32 crore farmers on March 13, 2026, bringing total PM-Kisan disbursals past Rs 4.27 lakh crore.

"reflects the government's commitment to farmers and its emphasis on honouring the country's 'annadatas' - Shivraj Singh Chouhan"

New Delhi, March 11

The 22nd installment of the government's flagship farmer support scheme, Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi, will be released on March 13, 2026, Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced on Wednesday.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will release the installment from Guwahati in Assam, transferring more than Rs 18,640 crore directly to the bank accounts of over 9.32 crore farmer families across the country through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

Sharing details of the initiative, Chouhan said the move reflects the government's commitment to farmers and its emphasis on honouring the country's "annadatas".

Since the launch of the scheme in February 2019, the Centre has transferred more than Rs 4.09 lakh crore directly to farmers' bank accounts.

With the release of the 22nd installment, the cumulative disbursement will exceed Rs 4.27 lakh crore.

He said the scheme, introduced under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi, has laid the foundation for a significant and sustained transformation in the agriculture sector by providing direct income support to small and marginal farmers.

Under the programme, eligible farmer families receive Rs 6,000 annually in three equal installments, which are credited directly to their bank accounts.

According to the minister, more than 2.15 crore women farmers will also receive financial assistance under the upcoming installment.

The timely support helps farmers meet agricultural expenses such as seeds, fertilisers, pesticides and other farming inputs.

The assistance also contributes to meeting household needs including education and healthcare.

Chouhan noted that the government is making sustained efforts to economically empower women farmers and strengthen the financial condition of rural households through the scheme.

He added that several independent studies have found that the PM-Kisan initiative has strengthened the rural economy by reducing farmers' dependence on loans and encouraging greater investment in agriculture.

- IANS

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Priyanka N
Good to see the focus on women farmers. In many rural households, this money in a woman's account gives her financial agency and helps with children's school fees and medical needs. A solid initiative for rural empowerment.
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Aman W
While the direct transfer is commendable, Rs 6000 a year is barely enough. Input costs have skyrocketed. The government should consider increasing the amount to at least Rs 12,000 annually to make a real difference. The intent is good, but the scale needs to match inflation.
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Suresh O
Releasing it from Guwahati is a good gesture for the Northeast. Often farmers from that region feel left out of central schemes. Hope the outreach and enrollment there are strong. Jai Kisan!
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Michael C
As someone who works in agricultural development, the data is impressive. Over 4 lakh crore disbursed directly is a massive financial inclusion exercise. Reducing loan dependence can break a vicious cycle for marginal farmers. A good case study in direct benefit transfer.
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Nisha Z
The regularity is key. Farmers can plan around these three installments. It's not a one-time sop but a predictable income support. However, the government must also ensure timely procurement and better MSPs alongside this. One scheme alone cannot solve all problems.

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