New Agricultural Scheme Launched to Support Farmers

The government announced a new plan to help farmers improve their farming practices and increase their earnings. The scheme, called the Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana, was approved by the Union Cabinet on July 16, 2025. It is a large program with an annual budget of 24,000 crore rupees. The goal is to support 1.7 crore farmers over the next six years. The scheme is designed to focus on 100 districts across the country. These districts have been chosen because they have low agricultural productivity, low cropping intensity, and limited access to credit. The government wants to improve farming in these areas with this new program. The scheme will start from the financial year 2025–26. It will work by combining 36 existing schemes from 11 different government departments. These programs will work together with state schemes and private sector partnerships. This approach is meant to make the efforts more effective and reach more farmers. The government has outlined several goals for this scheme. It aims to improve the productivity of farms and encourage crop diversification. This means farmers will be encouraged to grow a variety of crops, which helps maintain soil health and makes farms more resilient. Another focus is on sustainable farming techniques. The program intends to promote practices that protect the environment while maintaining land fertility. The scheme also plans to expand storage facilities for crops at the local level, such as at the panchayat and block levels. Better storage helps reduce losses after harvest and gives farmers more options for selling their produce. Improving irrigation infrastructure is another key goal. With better irrigation, farmers can grow crops more reliably, even during dry periods. The scheme also aims to enhance farmers' access to agricultural credit, making it easier for them to invest in their farms. As of February 2026, there has been no official confirmation about the Ministry of Agriculture hosting a CSR Conclave on this scheme's theme. CSR Conclaves are events where companies and organizations come together to discuss corporate social responsibility projects. Such events could potentially support farmer prosperity, but no formal plans have been announced. This new initiative shows the government’s commitment to transforming the agricultural sector. By focusing on better infrastructure, more crop options, and increased credit access, the scheme aims to make farming more productive and sustainable. The planning and implementation of the program involve coordinating efforts across many government departments and including local private sector support. Such an approach is expected to bring positive changes to farming communities over the coming years. The scheme represents a significant step toward improving the livelihoods of farmers, especially in the most underproductive areas. Its success could lead to a more resilient and prosperous agricultural sector, benefiting the economy and rural communities alike.