Krishi Nivesh Portal: Agri Investment Schemes Under One Window
Why in the news
The Agriculture Ministry asked states and ministries to send in agri investment schemes for listing and to keep the portal updated.
Key facts
- Launched September 2024 by the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare.
- Puts Central and State agri investment schemes under one window.
- Built on interoperable open-source technology; states urged to share scheme details soon.
Ministries
| On the portal (7) | Expected to join |
|---|---|
| Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying; Jal Shakti; Rural Development; Chemicals & Fertilisers; Food Processing Industries; New and Renewable Energy; Agriculture & Farmers Welfare | Commerce; Cooperation; Panchayati Raj; MSME; Development of North Eastern Regions |
Features
- One-stop access, application tracking and online DPR submission.
- Business intelligence, analytics and AI/ML for decisions.
- Schemes sorted by geography and subsidy.
Significance
- Draws private investment, adds transparency and supports farm modernisation.
Exam angle
- Nodal ministry: Agriculture & Farmers Welfare.
- Ministries on board: 7.