Impact of PM-KISAN on Arunachal's Agrarian Economy

Farmers in Arunachal Pradesh will receive Rs 226.46 crore as part of the PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana's 19th installment. Nationwide, Rs 22,000 crore will benefit 9.8 crore farmers. Events were held to promote sustainable farming, and officials praised the scheme's economic impact.

The government of Arunachal Pradesh is set to inject a significant financial boost into its agricultural sector, with farmers receiving Rs 226.46 crore as part of the 19th installment of the PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana.

This nationwide initiative aims to reach approximately 9.8 crore farmers, with Rs 22,000 crore being directly transferred to their bank accounts. Eligible beneficiaries will see an installment of Rs 2,000, part of the Rs 6,000 annual benefit distributed in three phases.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the release of funds during a program in Bhagalpur, Bihar. Celebrations were held across the nation's Krishi Vigyan Kendras, showcasing advancements in natural farming and GI-tagged products. Arunachal Pradesh's agriculture minister, Gabriel D Wangsu, participated virtually, applauding the scheme’s significant impact on the agrarian economy.