- Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana started with Rs 24,000 crore annual allocation to boost agriculture in 100 districts including Bihar and Jharkhand.
- Scheme combines 36 schemes across 11 departments to improve productivity, credit availability, infrastructure, and promote sustainable farming.
- Monitoring through 117 key performance indicators with supervision by NITI Aayog makes sure of effective implementation and steady progress.
Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY) has been warmly welcomed by farmers in Bihar and Jharkhand who see it as an important step towards boosting agricultural productivity and credit access. Started to uplift 100 selected districts across the country, including those in these two states, this scheme aims for overall development in agriculture through financial support, infrastructure development, and better planning.
Impact of PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana on Farmers in Bihar and Jharkhand
Farmers across Bihar and Jharkhand are hopeful about the positive changes this scheme will bring. Many, like Ashutosh Singh from Rohtas district, call it a “gamechanger” for agriculture, pointing to the chance to double their strengths with government support. The scheme promises to ease financial burdens and make processes smoother, allowing farmers to get direct benefits without bureaucratic delays.
In Jharkhand, farmers mention years of problems with limited credit and poor infrastructure. With better irrigation, storage, and credit facilities planned under the scheme, they expect not just individual growth but overall rural development.
Key Features and Financial Allocation of the Scheme
A strong allocation of Rs 24,000 crore every year supports the scheme, showing the government’s focus on agricultural progress. This fund supports the combination of 36 existing schemes from 11 central departments, state initiatives, and private partnerships. This all-in-one approach helps farmers get benefits from a wide range of services, from seeds to storage to credit funding, all in one place.
District Selection and Implementation Strategy
Districts are chosen for the scheme based on clear, data-driven points: low agricultural productivity, low cropping intensity, and less credit disbursed. This makes sure the focus is on areas that need urgent support most. The number of districts from each state or UT depends on factors like the share of net cropped area and operational holdings, with at least one district chosen per state.
To make sure the scheme runs smoothly and well, committees are set up at national, state, and district levels. The District Dhan Dhaanya Samiti, which includes progressive farmers, finalizes agriculture and related activity plans made especially for each district’s needs.
Expected Benefits: Productivity, Credit, and Infrastructure
By increasing crop variety and promoting sustainable farming, the scheme aims to improve long-term soil health and farmer incomes. Better irrigation will reduce dependence on monsoon and encourage multiple cropping, while improved post-harvest storage at panchayat and block levels will help reduce losses.
Better credit access is a key part of this scheme. Farmers will get both long-term and short-term loans, helping them invest in quality inputs and equipment. This full upgrade in infrastructure, financing, and farming practices looks to uplift whole rural communities, increasing independence and strength.
Monitoring and Evaluation Mechanism
Strong monitoring is at the heart of PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana. The scheme’s progress will be checked every month through a dashboard tracking 117 key performance indicators, giving data-based insights for decisions.
NITI Aayog plays an active role in reviewing and guiding district plans, making sure they match national agricultural goals. Also, Central Nodal Officers assigned to each district do regular scheme reviews to improve accountability and clarity.
This organized, data-backed approach makes sure that as districts grow, the overall improvement shows in the country’s agricultural development indicators. Farmers of Bihar and Jharkhand, supported by this well-planned scheme, look forward to a new time of prosperity and growth in agriculture.
| Scheme Name | Annual Outlay | Implementation Period | Number of Districts | Supervising Body | Official Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana | Rs 24,000 crore | 2025-26 to 2030-31 (6 years) | 100 districts | NITI Aayog & Ministry of Agriculture | agriwelfare.gov.in |