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Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Majhi transferred Rs 1,025 crore to over 51 lakh farmers under the Kharif aid scheme. The financial assistance, provided in two instalments, aims to support farmers ahead of the cropping season. The state also signed an MoU with the Gates Foundation to boost agricultural transformation. The aid coincides with Akshaya Tritiya, a significant day for farmers in Odisha.

Key Points: Odisha CM Mohan Majhi Transfers Rs 1,025 Crore to 51 Lakh Farmers

  • Rs 1,025 crore disbursed to 51 lakh farmers
  • Aid given in two instalments under CM-KISAN scheme
  • MoU signed with Gates Foundation for agricultural growth
  • Traditional 'Akhi Muthi Anukula' ceremony performed
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Odisha CM Mohan Majhi transfers Rs 1,025 crore to over 51 lakh farmers under Kharif Season Aid

Odisha CM Mohan Majhi disburses Rs 1,025 crore to 51 lakh farmers under Kharif aid scheme on Akshaya Tritiya.

"Today, we have provided financial aid to 51 lakh farmer families under the CM Kisan Yojana. – CM Mohan Majhi"

Bhubaneswar, April 30

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Wednesday disbursed Rs 1,025 crore to over 51 lakh farmers under the CM Kisan Kharif Season Assistance scheme, coinciding with the occasion of Akshaya Tritiya.

Speaking to reporters, CM Majhi said the scheme boosts farmers' income and helps them prepare for the cropping season. "...Today, we have provided financial aid to 51 lakh farmer families under the CM Kisan Yojana. The amount is provided in 2 instalments under this scheme. One instalment is given today, and the other will be given on the occasion of 'Nua Khai'. This financial aid helps them to work...It increases their income," CM Majhi said.

The CM-KISAN scheme, launched on September 8, 2024, offers Rs 4,000 annually to farmers, Rs 2,000 each during Akshaya Tritiya and Nua Khai, to support both Kharif and Rabi cropping seasons. The assistance is credited directly to beneficiaries' bank accounts through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system. The scheme covers small, marginal, landless, and tribal farmers.

CM Majhi also performed the traditional 'Akhi Muthi Anukula' ceremony, marking the beginning of seed sowing in paddy fields on Akshaya Tritiya.

Extending heartfelt wishes, in a post on X, the CM Majhi wrote, "The government remains committed to the welfare of agriculture and farmers. May the monsoon rains in the coming Kharif season be favourable for agriculture, and may the state make further progress in the agricultural sector. This is my prayer to Lord Jagannath on the occasion of Akshaya Tritiya."

Earlier in the day, the Government of Odisha signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Gates Foundation to scale up farmers' income and promote inclusive agricultural transformation in Odisha.

The MoU was signed in the presence of Odisha Deputy Chief Minister and Minister of Agriculture, Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo. The MoU outlines a multi-year partnership focusing on technical support, research, and on-ground implementation of climate-smart agricultural practices.

Anchored by the Department of Agricultural and Farmers' Empowerment (DAFE) and the Fisheries and Animal Resources Development Department. This initiative will drive science-based, ground-level interventions for sustainable agricultural growth.

- ANI

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Here are 6 diverse Indian perspective comments for the article:
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Prakash M.
This is a great initiative by Odisha government! Direct benefit transfer ensures money reaches actual farmers without middlemen. ₹4000 may seem small but makes big difference for small farmers during sowing season. Hope other states learn from this model 👍
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Sunita R.
Good to see traditional festivals like Akshaya Tritiya and Nua Khai being linked with farmer welfare schemes. Our culture and agriculture have always been connected. The Akhi Muthi Anukula ceremony shows respect for farming traditions. More states should preserve such practices 🌾
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Amit K.
While the scheme is good, ₹4000 per year is too little considering today's fertilizer and seed prices. Government should increase the amount to at least ₹10,000 annually to make real impact. Also need to ensure timely availability of seeds and proper MSP for crops.
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Madhavi P.
The Gates Foundation partnership is interesting! Hope it brings modern farming techniques to Odisha's farmers. Our farmers need climate-smart solutions to deal with unpredictable monsoons. Jai Kisan! 🙏
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Rajesh N.
As someone from Odisha, I appreciate CM Majhi's focus on farmers. But implementation is key - many small farmers still don't have bank accounts or face issues in DBT. Government should set up camps to help them access these benefits properly.
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Kavita S.
Including landless and tribal farmers in the scheme is commendable! Often these groups are left out of agricultural benefits. Hope the technical support from Gates Foundation helps them with alternative livelihoods too like poultry or fisheries mentioned.

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