PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana: ₹24,000 Crore Farm Scheme
Why in the news
The Cabinet cleared a flagship programme to lift farm productivity and spread sustainable practices.
Key facts
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Outlay | ₹24,000 crore a year |
| Tenure | FY 2025-26 to FY 2030-31 |
| Beneficiaries | 1.7 crore farmers |
| Convergence | 36 schemes plus state, panchayat and private efforts |
| Monitoring | Monthly dashboard, 117 KPIs |
Objectives
Higher productivity, crop diversification, sustainable and natural farming, better storage and irrigation, and easier short- and long-term credit.
District approach
- Inspired by NITI Aayog’s Aspirational Districts Programme.
- Criteria: low productivity, cropping intensity and agri-credit; at least one district per State/UT.
- District Dhan Dhaanya Samiti prepares the plan; Central Nodal Officers monitor.
- NITI Aayog gives technical guidance.
Expected outcomes
More value addition, livelihoods and Atmanirbhar Bharat.
Exam angle
- 36 schemes, 117 KPIs, ₹24,000 crore a year.