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Maharashtra has launched the seventh instalment of the Namo Shetkari Mahasanman Kisan Yojana, providing substantial financial relief to farmers. The scheme offers an additional Rs 6,000 annually, complementing the central government's Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana. So far, over 9 lakh farmers have received approximately Rs 11,130 crore in subsidies through six previous instalments. The program aims to enhance farmers' economic stability and support agricultural sustainability in the state.

Key Points: Fadnavis Launches Rs 1892 Crore Namo Shetkari Yojana Aid

  • - 7th instalment provides financial support to Maharashtra farmers
  • Total subsidy reaches Rs 1892.61 crore
  • Scheme covers 91,65,156 beneficiaries
  • Supports agricultural sustainability
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Maha govt launches 7th instalment of 'Namo Shetkari Yojana'

Maharashtra govt releases 7th instalment of farmer support scheme, transferring Rs 6,000 to over 91 lakh farmers' accounts

"The scheme is strengthening the economy of rural areas - Dattatray Bharne, Agriculture Minister"

Mumbai, Sep 9

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday launched the seventh instalment of the 'Namo Shetkari Mahasanman Kisan Yojana', under which a total of Rs 1892.61 crore will be transferred to the bank accounts of 91,65,156 farmers in the state.

The government has launched Namo Shetkari Mahasanman Kisan Yojana on the lines of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana to ensure financial stability for farmers by annually providing financial assistance of Rs 6,000. This is in addition to Rs 6,000, which is provided annually under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana.

In Maharashtra, the eligible farmers covered under these two schemes receive Rs 12,000 annually.

In this seventh instalment, the subsidy for the period from April 2025 to July 2025 was given to the beneficiaries. The subsidy will be important for farmers due to the damage caused by heavy rainfall.

A total of six instalments have been given to farmer beneficiaries under the State's Namo Shetkari Mahasamman Yojana so far. So far, 930,9000 farmers have been given a subsidy of Rs 11,130 crore in six instalments, said the government release.

Agriculture Minister Dattatray Bharne said that the Namo Shetkari Mahasanman Kisan Yojana is important to increase the income of farmers in the state and to enable them to meet production costs and to make agriculture sustainable.

"Through this scheme, financial assistance is provided to farmers every year. So far, the aid amount has been deposited directly into the accounts of lakhs of farmers in the state through six instalments. After the seventh instalment is distributed, the number of these beneficiaries will increase further. The scheme is strengthening the economy of rural areas," the minister said.

- IANS

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Priya S
Good step but implementation matters most. Many small farmers in my village still face issues with bank linkages and documentation. Government should simplify the process further.
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Sarah B
As someone working in rural development, I've seen how these direct benefit transfers are transforming lives. The timing is perfect with monsoon damage - farmers really need this support right now.
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Vikram M
₹12,000 annually is good but not enough given rising input costs. Government should also focus on reducing fertilizer and seed prices. Still, better than nothing! 👍
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Ananya R
My father is a beneficiary and this scheme has helped our family during difficult times. The direct bank transfer ensures transparency. Hope they continue this beyond election cycles.
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Michael C
While the financial support is appreciated, I hope the government also invests in long-term solutions like irrigation infrastructure and crop insurance. Short-term relief is good but sustainable agriculture needs more.

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