Assam Farmers Benefit from PM-Kisan Scheme Boost

Over 20 lakh farmers in Assam received more than Rs 422 crore under the PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme. The funds, part of a nationwide program initiated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, were disbursed as part of the 20th installment of the scheme aimed at supporting farmers.

In a significant stride for the agricultural sector, over 20 lakh farmers in Assam have been granted more than Rs 422 crore, courtesy of the PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme, officials announced on Sunday.

The disbursement, which occurred on Saturday, forms part of a nationwide initiative helmed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, initiated in Varanasi, according to a senior Agriculture Department official.

As of the 20th installment under the PM-Kisan scheme, more than 20.31 lakh qualifying farmer families in Assam have benefited. The scheme bestows Rs 6,000 annually to each farming family, distributed in three equal payments.

(With inputs from agencies.)