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The Modi government has approved a major funding boost for food processing infrastructure. The scheme will establish irradiation units to preserve perishable foods and modern testing labs. Private players can participate through an open bidding process. This initiative aims to reduce food waste while improving safety standards across India.

Key Points: Modi Cabinet Approves Rs 6,520 Crore Boost for PM Kisan Sampada Yojana

  • Rs 1,000 crore allocated for 50 food irradiation units
  • 100 NABL-accredited testing labs planned under PMKSY
  • Scheme aims to process 20-30 LMT food annually
  • Private sector invited through Expression of Interest process
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Cabinet approves total outlay of Rs 6,520 cr for Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana

Cabinet greenlights Rs 6,520 crore for PMKSY, including 50 food irradiation units and 100 testing labs to boost food processing infrastructure.

"The approval will create 20-30 LMT food preservation capacity and strengthen food safety standards nationwide - Government Statement"

New Delhi, July 31

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday approved a total outlay of Rs 6,520 crore including additional outlay of Rs 1920 crore for ongoing Central Sector Scheme "Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana" (PMKSY) during 15th Finance Commission Cycle (FCC) (2021-22 to 2025-26).

The approval includes Rs 1000 crore to support the setting up of 50 Multi Product Food Irradiation Units under the component scheme-Integrated Cold Chain and Value Addition Infrastructure (ICCVAI), and 100 Food Testing Labs (FTLs) with NABL accreditation under the component scheme, Food Safety and Quality Assurance Infrastructure (FSQAI) of Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana (PMKSY), in alignment with the budget announcement.

Almost Rs 920 crore was allocated for sanctioning projects under various component schemes of PMKSY during the 15th FCC.

Both ICCVAI and FSQAI are demand-driven component schemes of PMKSY.

The Expression of Interests (EOIs) would be floated for inviting proposals from eligible entities across the country. The proposals received against the EOI would be approved after proper scrutiny as per the eligibility criteria, as per the extant scheme guidelines.

The implementation of the proposed 50 multi-product food irradiation units is expected to create a total preservation capacity ranging from 20 to 30 Lakh Metric Tonnes (LMT) per annum, based on the type of food products irradiated under these units.

The setting up of the proposed 100 NABL-accredited food testing laboratories under the private sector will lead to the development of advanced infrastructure for testing food samples, thereby ensuring compliance with food safety standards and the supply of safe food.

- ANI

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Shreya B
Good step but I'm concerned about corruption in allocation. Government must ensure transparency in EOI process. We've seen how such schemes get hijacked by big players while small farmers remain deprived.
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Arjun K
Finally some focus on food safety! With so many adulteration cases, these testing labs are crucial. But 100 labs for whole India seems less. We need at least 2 per district. #FoodSafetyFirst
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Priya S
My uncle is a small farmer in Punjab. Schemes like these give hope that his produce won't rot in mandis anymore. Hope the benefits reach grassroots level and not just big corporations. 🤞
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David E
As someone working in food export business, this will significantly improve India's global competitiveness. Better preservation = better quality exports. Smart economic move!
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Nisha Z
₹6520 crore sounds huge but is it enough? We need to see detailed cost breakdown. Also, who will maintain these facilities after setup? Need long-term planning, not just one-time investment.
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Vikram M
Great initiative! But government should also focus on training farmers to use these facilities. Many don't understand technology benefits. Awareness programs needed along with infrastructure.

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