PM Modi releases 23rd instalment of PM-Kisan scheme
Gandhinagar, June 20
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday released the 23rd instalment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme from Tarkeshwar city of Hooghly district in West Bengal, transferring more than Rs 18,880 crore directly into the bank accounts of 9.44 crore farmers across the country through Direct Benefit Transfer.
In Gujarat, 51.28 lakh farmers received more than Rs 1,025 crore under this instalment, credited directly into their bank accounts without intermediaries.
The PM-Kisan scheme, launched in 2019, provides eligible farmer families with Rs 6,000 annually in three equal instalments of Rs 2,000.
A state-level "PM Kisan Utsav Diwas" programme was organised in Gandhinagar under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, with Agriculture Minister Jitu Vaghani and State Minister Ramesh Katara in attendance.
Assistance under various agriculture and horticulture schemes was also distributed to beneficiary farmers, while farmers across Gujarat viewed the live telecast of the Prime Minister's address.
Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel said the government remains committed to strengthening farmers' income and rural livelihoods through structured agricultural development.
He stated, "The state government has a special focus on water conservation, natural farming and modern agricultural development. Even in low rainfall conditions, planned farming is possible with a scientific approach. Natural farming improves soil quality, maintains production capacity and increases the chances of farmers getting better market prices."
He added that the Narmada command area lake-filling limit has been increased from 3 km to 7 km, while infrastructure support, such as fencing and storage facilities, has been expanded to benefit small and marginal farmers.
He also noted that water conservation initiatives, including 'Amrit Sarovar' and rainwater harvesting structures, are being implemented across districts to improve irrigation reliability and groundwater recharge.
Agriculture Minister Jitu Vaghani said the PM-Kisan scheme has become a major source of assured financial assistance for farmers to meet agricultural input costs.
"The scheme ensures direct transfer of funds into farmers' accounts, strengthening transparency and eliminating intermediaries, while also supporting rural economic stability through continued government procurement and welfare programmes," he added.
— IANS
Reader Comments
My father is a farmer in Punjab and this PM-Kisan money has been a lifeline during bad harvests. But what about tenant farmers who actually cultivate the land? Many of them don't get this benefit because they don't own land. The government needs to address this gap. Still, happy to see 9.44 crore farmers getting direct support. 🌾
As a farmer from Maharashtra, I appreciate the DBT system. Earlier, the money would get stuck somewhere in the middle. Now it comes directly to my account. But ₹2,000 per instalment is just a drop in the ocean when diesel costs have doubled. The government should link this to input costs. Still, better than nothing I suppose.
The focus on natural farming and water conservation mentioned by CM Patel is actually very relevant for Indian agriculture. My village in Rajasthan has benefited from the 'Amrit Sarovar' scheme - our pond now has water throughout the year. PM-Kisan plus these structural improvements together can make a real difference. Well done! 👏
The PM-Kisan scheme is good politics but the amount needs serious revision. ₹6,000 divided into three instalments - that's just ₹2,000 per quarter. For a country where farmers are committing suicide, this is an insult. The government spends crores on advertising these schemes but the actual benefit is minimal. Wake up India! 😡
My uncle in Tamil Nadu says the PM-Kisan money helps him buy seeds for the next season. It's not a solution to all problems but it's
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