Krishi Sakhi Initiative: Women Farmers and Crop Insurance
Why in the news
In March 2026 AIC began Krishi Sakhi to bring women farmers more fully into agriculture and crop insurance.
About the initiative
- Nationwide programme
- Strengthens women’s say in farm decisions
- Spreads awareness and access to crop insurance
- Fits gender-inclusive agricultural development
Objectives
| Objective | Focus |
|---|---|
| Participation | Women active in farming and insurance-based risk management |
| Inclusion | Gender-sensitive policy and outreach |
| Resilience | Insurance awareness, fewer crop-loss shocks |
Features
- Month-wise campaigns through 2026
- Grassroots workshops on schemes, claims and benefits
- Messages on sanitation, hygiene and rural well-being
Exam angle
- Launcher: AIC; target group: women farmers; tool: crop insurance awareness.