India is witnessing a transformative agricultural revolution—a movement fueled by the dedication of its farmers and steered by progressive policies. In the last 11 years, agriculture has evolved from a sector riddled with debt and uncertainty into a beacon of dignity, economic power, and national pride. This is the story of Empowering Annadatas, Uplifting India’s Backbone—a core pillar of Amrit Kaal and Viksit Bharat.
🌾 Direct Income Support: A Revolution in Farmer Welfare
✅ ₹3.68 Lakh Crore Transferred: Under the groundbreaking PM-KISAN scheme, more than 11 crore farmers now receive ₹6,000 every year, straight into their bank accounts—no middlemen, no delays.
🌾 Empowering at the Roots: This financial infusion brings more than just money—it restores dignity, promotes financial independence, and strengthens rural economies.
🛡️ Pension with Peace: The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Mandhan Yojana offers lifetime pension security to small and marginal farmers, turning the end of active work life into a time of stability and respect.
👵🏽 Retirement Reinvented: With this scheme, aging farmers no longer fear uncertainty—they look forward to a future with confidence, backed by a government that cares.
🧪 Smart Soil, Smarter Farming: Knowledge Empowering Annadatas
- 📋 25 Crore+ Soil Health Cards Issued: A game-changer for Indian agriculture, these cards empower farmers to understand their land better, make informed fertilizer choices, and enhance soil fertility naturally.
- 🎓 93,000+ Farmer Training Sessions Conducted: These knowledge-sharing platforms equip farmers with modern, science-backed farming techniques, turning tradition into innovation.
- 🎉 7,400+ Farmer Melas Organized: More than just events, these are festivals of empowerment—where farmers connect, learn, and lead the way to higher productivity and profitability.
- 🌾 Results That Speak: Improved yield, reduced input costs, and a smarter approach to cultivation—science is now rooted in the soil of Bharat’s farmlands.
🌾 Record Paddy & Wheat Procurement: Better Reach, Higher MSP
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- 📈 65% Surge in Paddy Procurement
- From 4,590 LMT in 2004-05 to 2013-14 to a massive 7,608 LMT in 2014-15 to 2024-25, government paddy purchases reached historic highs—ensuring farmers get paid, not played.
- 👥 Farmer Reach Doubled
- The number of farmers benefiting from procurement rose from 76 lakh to 1.06 crore in 2023-24 —proof that the benefits are reaching Bharat’s real backbone.
- 💹 Wheat MSP Up by 75%
- From just ₹1350/quintal in 2013-14 to a strong ₹2425/quintal projected in 2025-26, this jump guarantees fair value for hard work.
- 🌾 Paddy MSP Soars 80%
- A leap from ₹1310 to ₹2369/quintal means more income, better morale, and a clear signal: India stands with its Annadatas.
🌾 Bumper Harvests, Stronger Nation
- 🚀 34% Growth in Foodgrain Production
- From 264 million tonnes (2013-14) to a record-breaking 354 million tonnes (2024-25)—India’s farms are producing more than ever before.
- 🍚 Feeding the Nation, Fueling the Future
- These bumper harvests are not just numbers—they’re the foundation of food security and the driving force behind an Aatmanirbhar Bharat.
- 🌱 More Grain, More Gain
- With every growing season, Indian farmers are cultivating prosperity, sustainability, and national strength from the ground up.
🛰️ Land Reforms Through Technology: SWAMITVA Scheme
- 📍 3.2 Lakh Villages Mapped with Drone Technology
- India’s villages are going digital—cutting-edge drone surveys are putting rural India on the map with precision and purpose.
- 🏡 2.42 Crore+ Property Cards Issued
- Under the SWAMITVA scheme, millions now hold legal proof of ownership, unlocking access to bank credit, reducing disputes, and bringing clarity and confidence to rural landholding.
- 🔓 From Land Disputes to Land Empowerment
- Farmers can now invest, expand, and thrive—with their land legally secured, they’re stepping boldly into a future of financial freedom and stability.
💳 Kisan Credit Card (KCC): Powering Rural Prosperity with Financial Freedom
- 📈 135% Surge in KCC Credit Flow
From ₹4.26 lakh crore in 2014 to a staggering ₹10+ lakh crore in 2024, this massive jump reflects unprecedented access to institutional finance for India’s farmers. - 🔼 Loan Limit Raised to ₹5 Lakh
The 2025-26 Union Budget boosts the KCC loan cap from ₹3 lakh to ₹5 lakh—offering more freedom to invest in seeds, machinery, irrigation, and beyond. - 👨🌾 7.72 Crore Farmers Empowered
More than 7.7 crore farmers are now equipped with the financial tools to grow their dreams and secure their livelihoods. - 💡 From Borrowing to Building
KCC is no longer just credit—it’s capital for growth, helping farmers break free from moneylenders and build a future rooted in resilience.
🌾 Kharif Farmers: Record-Breaking Support for India’s Growers
💰 244% Surge in MSP Payouts to Kharif Farmers
Minimum Support Price payments skyrocketed from ₹4.75 lakh crore (2004–14) to an impressive ₹16.35 lakh crore (2014–25)—a clear commitment to income security and rural upliftment.
📊 Unmatched Government Support
This isn’t just a statistic—it’s a historic leap that reflects India’s trust and investment in its Annadatas.
🌱 From Survival to Stability
With this level of guaranteed income, Kharif farmers are no longer just surviving—they’re thriving, planning ahead, and reinvesting in better yields.
Empowering the Fields that Feed the Nation
This bold step makes one thing clear: the farmer is not forgotten—they are first.
🌾 PM Fasal Bima Yojana: A Game-Changer for India’s Annadatas
India’s farming community has always been the backbone of our economy. Yet for decades, they remained vulnerable to unpredictable weather, pest attacks, and crop failures. That’s where PM Fasal Bima Yojana stepped in — not just as a policy, but as a shield of security for crores of farmers.
Here’s how the scheme has transformed agricultural resilience in India:
🔸 12X Jump in Budget – From ₹5,500 Cr to ₹69,500 Cr!
When the scheme launched in 2016-17, the government allocated ₹5,500 crore. Fast forward to 2025-26, and the budget has exploded to ₹69,500 crore — a massive 12-fold increase.
➡️ This isn’t just numbers.
➡️ It’s a strong message: Protecting the farmer is a national priority.
💰 ₹1.75 Lakh Crore Paid in Claims
In less than a decade, the scheme has paid out ₹1.75 lakh crore in insurance claims. This isn’t just about money — it’s about timely help when farmers needed it the most.
📍 These payouts have directly benefited over 23 crore farmers — ensuring they don’t spiral into debt when crops fail.
🌱 Real Impact, Real Stories
- A farmer in Maharashtra, whose soybean crop was destroyed by floods, received ₹32,000 directly in his bank account — within weeks.
- In Bihar, a paddy grower got compensation for drought-hit crops that helped him reinvest in the next season without borrowing.
These stories are not exceptions. They’re becoming the norm.
🔐 Simple, Transparent, and Tech-Driven
PMFBY now uses satellite imagery, drone surveys, and mobile apps to assess crop loss faster and reduce red tape.
✅ No middlemen.
✅ Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to the farmer’s account.
✅ Faster settlements.
🚜 The Future is Secure, The Farmer is Stronger
The continuous ramp-up in budget and coverage is a clear signal:
🧑🌾 India is investing in its farmers like never before.
With more awareness, better tech, and growing trust, PMFBY is on track to becoming one of the world’s most successful crop insurance models.
🏬 World’s Largest Grain Storage Plan
🔹 🌾 Reduces Post-Harvest Losses
No more grain rotting in the open — secure, scientific storage ensures farmers’ hard work doesn’t go to waste.
🔹 🏡 Boosts Agri-Infrastructure in Villages
Massive storage facilities are being built right at the grassroots, modernizing rural India and creating local jobs.
🔹 🚫 Cuts Out Middlemen
With direct access to storage, farmers don’t have to sell crops in distress.
More control = More income.
🔹 💰 Better Prices for Farmers
Farmers can store, wait, and sell at the right time, grabbing better market rates.
🔹 A Step Toward Atmanirbhar Krishi
This plan aligns with the vision of self-reliant agriculture, securing food supply and farmer prosperity.
💰 Freeing Farmers from Moneylenders
🔹 📈 4X Surge in Institutional Agri Credit
From ₹7.3 lakh crore in 2013-14 ➡️ to ₹27.5 lakh crore in 2024-25.
That’s nearly a quadrupling of formal credit for farmers.
🔹 🔓 Breaking the Shackles of Informal Lending
No more exploitation by local moneylenders charging high interest.
Farmers now have access to low-interest, transparent loans through banks and co-ops.
🔹 🏦 Credit at the Right Time = Empowered Farmers
Timely loans help farmers buy seeds, fertilizers, and machinery without debt traps.
🔹 👨🌾 Strengthening Financial Independence
Formal credit means better planning, better yields, and better profits — paving the way for self-reliant farming.
🔹 🌱 Trust in the System is Growing
More and more farmers are turning to banks, showing rising confidence in the formal financial ecosystem.
🐄 Livestock Revolution: Rashtriya Gokul Mission Transforms India’s Dairy Sector
🔹 🏠 38,736 Multi-Purpose Artificial Insemination Technicians in Rural India Trained for Doorstep Insemination
Skilled rural women delivering AI services right at farmers’ doorsteps — empowering communities and boosting productivity.
🔹 🧬 Cutting-Edge Tech in Cattle Breeding
Bovine IVF and sex-sorted semen technology now used widely — ensuring up to 90% female calf births, driving milk-centric livestock growth.
🔹 🥛 63.5% Surge in Milk Production (Last 10 Years)
India’s dairy output has skyrocketed — making it the largest milk producer in the world, with farmers earning more per litre.
🔹 👩🌾 Empowering Rural Women & Youth
Maitris are not just service providers — they are agents of rural change, creating a sustainable income source for women in villages.
🔹 🇮🇳 Atmanirbhar in Dairy, Powered by Science & Skill
The mission blends traditional livestock rearing with modern technology — strengthening rural economies and ensuring nutrition for all.
🌻 Edible Oils & Organic Farming: A Self-Reliant Shift
🔹 🚀 National Mission for Edible Oils: Big Ambitions!
Oilseed production set to jump from 39 MT (2022-23) to 69.7 MT by 2030-31 — nearly doubling India’s edible oil output.
🔹 💰 ₹10,000+ Crore Invested
Backing the future with massive investments, creating 600+ value chain clusters and cultivating 6.5 lakh hectares of oil palm.
🌿 Organic Farming Blossoms Nationwide
🔸 44.75 Lakh Hectares Under Organic Cultivation
Bringing natural, chemical-free farming to millions of acres.
🔸 15 Lakh+ Hectares Under Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana
Supporting traditional organic farming methods, empowering farmers sustainably.
🔸 1.23 Lakh Hectares Revived through Namami Gange
Linking clean rivers and healthy soils for eco-friendly farming.
🌱 Growing Healthier Soils, Stronger Farmers, and a Self-Reliant India
This shift to edible oils and organic farming is not just about quantity — it’s about quality, sustainability, and empowering our farmers for generations to come.
🚿 Smart Irrigation: Fueling India’s Agricultural Growth Drop by Drop
🔹 💸 ₹4,700 Cr+ in Micro-Irrigation Loans
A huge push for water-saving techniques — with ₹3,640 crore already disbursed directly to farmers.
🔹 💧 96.97 Lakh Hectares under ‘Per Drop More Crop’
Water is precious — and now used wisely across vast farmlands, ensuring maximum yield with minimum waste.
🔹 🏗️ 63 Major Irrigation Projects Completed
From barren fields to fertile lands — long-pending projects are now delivering water where it matters most.
🔹 👨🌾 2 Crore Farmers Empowered with Better Irrigation
Smart irrigation isn’t just about water — it’s about timely growth, healthier crops, and stronger incomes.
🔹 🌱 Sustainable Farming, Smarter Future
By combining technology, infrastructure, and policy, India is securing both food and water for tomorrow.
🚜 The Road Ahead: Farmer as Nation Builder
🔹 🌐 From Fields to Global Markets
Today’s Indian farmer isn’t just growing crops — they’re exporting quality, tapping into global demand, and putting Bharat on the world map.
🔹 ⚙️ Tech-Driven, Future-Ready
From drones and soil sensors to digital marketplaces, technology is now in farmers’ hands, transforming how India grows, sells, and sustains.
🔹 💰 Financial Power, Not Dependence
With record-high institutional credit, insurance coverage, and direct transfers, farmers are now decision-makers, not dependents.
🔹 🧱 Backbone of Viksit Bharat
Our Annadatas are no longer seen as just food producers — they are nation-builders, shaping the future of a developed, self-reliant India.
🔹 A New Era of Agricultural Renaissance
This is more than a policy shift. It’s a nationwide movement, powered by the soil, sweat, and spirit of India’s farmers.
