Uttar Pradesh Launches Rs 4,000-Crore Project to Boost Agriculture
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath inaugurated a Rs 4,000-crore project aimed at increasing agricultural productivity by up to 35% and strengthening the rural enterprise ecosystem. The UP-AGREES initiative is expected to enhance rural enterprises, empower farmers, and improve agricultural yield in the state by 2029-30.
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Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath inaugurated a significant Rs 4,000-crore initiative on Tuesday, targeting a notable increase in agricultural productivity by up to 35%. The project aims to fortify the rural enterprise ecosystem in the state.
Dubbed UP-AGREES (Uttar Pradesh Agriculture Growth and Rural Enterprise Ecosystem Strengthening), the initiative is poised to boost the yield from 10 quintals per acre to 14-15 quintals. This substantial increase is set to drive the state's agricultural economy forward.
With an investment that includes a World Bank loan of Rs 2,737 crore and Rs 1,166 crore from the state government, UP-AGREES promises to uplift the state's burgeoning agricultural and export sectors.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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