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'Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan' to Reach 1.5 Crore Farmers Nationwide Starting May 29

Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announces a 15-day campaign to promote modern farming practices, climate-resilient seeds, and productivity-boosting techniques across 700 districts.

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Overview

  • The campaign will run from May 29 to June 12, targeting 1–1.5 crore farmers across India ahead of the kharif sowing season.
  • 2,000 teams of scientists, officials, and progressive farmers will conduct three district-level meetings daily, aiming to reach 10–12 lakh farmers per day.
  • Farmers will receive guidance on climate-resilient seed varieties, fertilizer availability, monsoon forecasts, and existing government programs.
  • State agriculture ministers have been urged to lead the initiative, with Union Minister Chouhan pledging to seek Chief Ministers' support for its success.
  • The program seeks to address India's below-average crop yields by bridging productivity gaps through modern technology and improved extension services.