Sahibganj farmers hail benefits of PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi
Sahibganj, July 7
The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme, launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is providing financial relief to farmers in Jharkhand's Sahibganj. The scheme is of great help to all the farmers who are managing agricultural expenses and reducing dependence on loans.
Farmers Dilip Ojha and Uday Chandra Yadav, residents of Sadar block in Sahibganj, told IANS that the scheme has made farming easier, as they receive timely financial assistance under the Samman Nidhi.
Speaking about the benefits of the scheme, farmer Dilip Ojha said, "We are farmers by profession, and the PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi has provided significant relief to people like us. The financial assistance has made it much easier to carry out farming activities.
Receiving Rs 6,000 in three instalments each year allows us to buy seeds and fertilisers on time and sow our crops without delay. Earlier, due to a shortage of money, we could not farm properly and often had to borrow from others.
As a result, we had to pay a large amount in interest on the money we had taken on loan. Now the amount is directly transferred to our bank accounts, which has also reduced the role of middlemen."
Farmer Uday Chandra Yadav echoed similar views. He showered praise on PM Modi for launching this scheme, which is quite beneficial for the farming community.
Talking to IANS, he said, "The Samman Nidhi has greatly benefited farmers. We are thankful to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for introducing this scheme. We also hope that more such initiatives will be launched in the future so that farmers can continue to benefit and strengthen their livelihoods."
The farmers said the direct benefit transfer under the PM-Kisan scheme has improved their financial stability, enabling them to invest in farming at the right time and contributing to better agricultural practices while reducing their reliance on credit.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Happy for Dilip ji and Uday ji! 🙏 But let's not stop here. While PM-Kisan is helpful, we also need more irrigation projects, better MSP implementation, and proper crop insurance. Jharkhand's farmers face so many challenges - from lack of water to unpredictable weather. This scheme is a good first step, but the government should focus on long-term solutions too.
Sahibganj se aaya yeh khabar, dil khush kar diya! ❤️ Finally some positive news from our region. I've seen how farmers in Sadar block used to struggle every season. The fact that they don't have to beg money from mahajans (moneylenders) anymore is a huge relief. Modi ji's schemes might get criticized in cities, but in villages like ours, they're changing lives.
The reduction in middlemen's influence is the most underrated benefit here. For decades, corrupt officials and intermediaries siphoned off subsidies meant for farmers. Direct transfers have plugged that leak. That said, ₹6,000 per year is still insufficient given inflation in fertilizer and seed prices. The amount needs to be at least doubled to make a real dent in their expenses.
It's encouraging to see direct support reaching farmers in remote areas like Sahibganj. I work with an NGO in Bihar and we've seen similar impact of DBT under PM-Kisan. The key now is to combine this cash support with better access to quality seeds, training in sustainable farming, and market linkages. Cash alone won't solve all problems, but it's a solid foundation.
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