India's 100-Day Plan to Revitalize Agriculture

By By Rediff Money Desk, New Delhi
Jun 12, 2024 17:26
India's Agriculture Minister outlines a 100-day plan to strengthen the agriculture sector, improve farmer livelihoods, and boost farm productivity.
New Delhi, Jun 12 (PTI) Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Wednesday discussed a 100-day action plan with senior officials, which is aimed at strengthening the agriculture sector and mitigating distress among farmers.

During the meeting, attended by Ministers of State for Agriculture Ramnath Thakur and Bhagirath Choudhary, Agriculture Secretary Manoj Ahuja, and other top officers, Chouhan stressed the need to ensure quality inputs reach farmers to boost farm production and productivity across the country.

The action plan aims to not only achieve self-sufficiency in agricultural products but also enhance the quality of exports from the sector, an official statement said.

The minister underlined the importance of providing farmers with access to high-quality seeds, fertilizers, and other essential inputs to increase crop yields and improve their economic condition, it said.

With the agriculture sector reeling from the impact of erratic monsoons, pest attacks, and fluctuating market prices, the Centre's 100-day action plan is seen as a much-needed measure to revive the fortunes of the farming community.

The action plan is expected to be rolled out in the coming days, with specific targets and timelines for implementation across various states and crop cycles.
Source: PTI
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