The government, in its unwavering commitment to the welfare of farmers, has introduced numerous schemes, with the “Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM Kisan Yojana)” being one of the most significant.
Launched in December 2018, this scheme aims to provide financial assistance to small and marginal farmers who own agricultural land.
Eligible farmers receive an annual payment of Rs. 6,000, which they can use for agriculture. Currently, more than 12.5 crore farmers are benefiting from this scheme.
The PM Kisan Scheme is about more than just financial assistance. It’s about bridging the gap between rural and urban farmers, contributing to the country’s overall development.
The government enables farmers to purchase seeds and fertilizers by providing investment assistance, stimulating economic activity in rural areas and reducing the disparity. This is the true power of the PM Kisan Scheme.
Applying for the PM Kisan Scheme is straightforward. It is designed to help farmers access the benefits. Farmers can register through the official website.
Eligible Indian farmers can apply by visiting the PM Kisan website and navigating to the “New Farmer Register” link in the Farmers Corner section. This simple process ensures that all eligible farmers can benefit from the scheme.
In 2018, the Telangana government launched a successful scheme to aid farmers, a testament to the positive impact such initiatives can have.
This success led the central government to initiate the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Yojana nationwide on December 1, 2018.
The government has allocated Rs. 75,000 crores annually for this scheme, and as of August 9, 2020, 8.5 crore farmers have already received payments through this program.
Under this scheme, each farmer’s family receives Rs. 6,000 annually, directly deposited into their bank accounts at Rs.2,000 every four months.
The state governments determine eligibility for the scheme. A farmer’s family, including the husband, wife, and children, can apply for this scheme, provided they register on the PM Kisan portal with their Aadhaar card.
Those without an Aadhaar card should apply for one to access the benefits of the PM Kisan scheme.