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News India Live, Digital Desk: A very big and hopeful news is coming for crores of farmers of the country. In view of rising inflation and increasing cost of farming, the Modi government at the Center is seriously considering increasing the annual amount given under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana (PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana). If sources are to be believed, the government will transfer this amount to the existing Increase from ₹6,000 per year to ₹9,000 per year Can do.
If this proposal is approved, it will be a huge economic relief for crores of farmer families in the country and will be considered a ‘grand gift’ from the government before the upcoming festive season and elections.
How to get increased money? (How will it work?)
Currently, under the PM-Kisan scheme, the government provides financial assistance of ₹6,000 every year to eligible farmer families. this amount Three equal installments of ₹2,000 It is sent directly to the bank accounts of farmers every four months.
According to reports, if the annual amount is increased to ₹9,000, the amount of installment received by farmers will also increase. Then the government will pay Rs. 2,000 every four months. installment of ₹3,000 Can be sent to farmers’ accounts.
Why is this big idea happening?
Several important reasons are believed to be behind this possible increase:
- Rising agricultural costs: In the last few years, the cost of seeds, fertilizers, pesticides and equipment used in farming has increased significantly, due to which the financial burden on farmers has increased.
- Relief from inflation: The government believes that increasing this amount will directly help farmers fight rising inflation and will also increase their income.
- Upcoming elections: This is being considered a big and important step considering the assembly elections to be held in 5 states in a few weeks and the Lok Sabha elections to be held next year. The government can take this decision to help a large section of farmers.
When can the announcement be made?
Although no final or official decision has been taken on this yet, the discussion on this proposal in the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) is said to be in its final stage. It is expected that the government can make a big announcement on this soon. This announcement can be made before the release of the next installment or even in the upcoming budget.
If this happens, it will be one of the biggest steps taken for farmers during the tenure of Modi government, which will directly benefit crores of farmers of the country.
North India Statesman