Sitharaman announces PM Dhandhanya Krishi Yojna to benefit 1.7 crore farmers. The scheme, in collaboration with state government aims to benefit 1.7 crore farmers in phase 1, and focuses on creating sustainable livelihood opportunities in rural areas, ensuring that migration remains an option rather than a necessity. The FM also announced to launch rural prosperity, and resilience programme focusing on youth, women and farmers. One of the key announcements was regarding the Kisan Credit Card .
She said the Kisan Credit Cards would facilitate short-term loans for 7.7 crore farmers, fishermen, and dairy farmers. The focus will be on improving farming practices, crop diversification, sustainable agriculture, post-harvest storage, irrigation facilities, and better access to credit for farmers. In addition, the government has introduced the Rural Prosperity and Resilience Program, which aims to tackle underemployment in agriculture by focusing on skill development, investment, and technology adoption.
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