Boost to Rural Prosperity
Pradhan Mantri Dhan Dhaanya Krishi Yojana for Agricultural Transformation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the Pradhan Mantri Dhan Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY) and the Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses on October 12, 2025, marking a milestone in India’s pursuit of agricultural transformation. These twin initiatives, with a combined investment exceeding ₹42,000 crore, aim to strengthen agricultural productivity and ensure food security in 100 underperforming districts.
Static GK fact: The scheme was launched in New Delhi as part of India’s vision of achieving Aatmanirbhar Krishi (self-reliant agriculture).
Key Objectives of PM Dhan Dhaanya Krishi Yojana
The PMDDKY, with an outlay of ₹24,000 crore over six years, seeks to transform 100 agriculturally lagging districts. It integrates 36 existing schemes across 11 ministries, forming a unified agricultural development framework.
The scheme prioritizes:
- Irrigation infrastructure improvement
- Crop diversification and soil health management
- Access to agricultural credit and insurance
- Post-harvest management and warehousing
Each district will prepare a District Agriculture Plan tailored to its local needs, ensuring community participation. Monthly reviews through digital dashboards will track outcomes using 117 district-level indicators for transparency and accountability.
Static GK Tip: India has over 700 districts, and such focused initiatives aim to bridge productivity gaps across diverse regions.
Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses
The Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses, launched alongside PMDDKY, carries a budget of ₹11,440 crore over six years. Its goal is to achieve 350 lakh tonnes of pulse production by 2030–31, reducing dependence on imports.
Major initiatives include:
- Distribution of 88 lakh free seed kits
- Setting up 1000 new pulse processing units
- Expansion of Tur, Urad, and Masoor cultivation
- MSP-based procurement through agencies like NAFED and NCCF
This mission not only boosts domestic production but also ensures protein security for millions of households.
Static GK fact: India is the largest producer and consumer of pulses in the world but still imports around 10–15% of its total requirement annually.
Impact and Agricultural Achievements
Together, these schemes aim to uplift farmers in backward regions, ensure food and nutrition security, and promote climate-resilient agriculture. By integrating farmers into modern value chains, the government envisions a sustainable and technology-driven agricultural ecosystem.
Since 2014, India’s agriculture sector has witnessed remarkable growth:
- Foodgrain output up by 90 million metric tonnes
- Horticulture production increased by 640 lakh metric tonnes
- Milk: India ranks 1st globally
- Fisheries: India ranks 2nd globally
- Over 25 crore Soil Health Cards distributed
Static GK Tip: The Soil Health Card Scheme was first launched in 2015 to monitor nutrient status of soil for better fertilizer use.
Static Usthadian Current Affairs Table
Pradhan Mantri Dhan Dhaanya Krishi Yojana for Agricultural Transformation:
| Topic | Detail |
| Scheme Name | Pradhan Mantri Dhan Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY) |
| Launch Date | October 12, 2025 |
| Announced By | Prime Minister Narendra Modi |
| Total Outlay | ₹24,000 crore for PMDDKY and ₹11,440 crore for Pulses Mission |
| Implementation Duration | 2025–2031 |
| Target Districts | 100 agriculturally lagging districts |
| Objective | Boost productivity, promote self-reliance in pulses, and strengthen rural infrastructure |
| Pulses Production Target | 350 lakh tonnes by 2030–31 |
| Implementing Ministries | 11 ministries integrating 36 schemes |
| Key Agencies | NAFED and NCCF for procurement |
