PM Dhan Dhanya Krishi Yojana, approved by the Union Cabinet on 16 July 2025, is planned as a six-year mission starting in FY 2025–26 and lasting through FY 2030–31. Under this scheme, 100 low-productivity agricultural districts will be targeted. The criteria used for identifying districts are:
- Low productivity
- Moderate cropping intensity
- Below-average credit parameters.
Key Highlights Of PM Dhan Dhanya Krishi Yojana UPSC
| Dimension | Key Details |
|---|---|
| Launch & Duration | Approved on 16 July 2025; Six-year mission starting FY 2025–26 |
| Objectives |
1. Enhance agricultural productivity and crop diversification 2. Promote sustainable and climate-resilient farming 3. Augment post-harvest storage at the panchayat and block level 4. Improve irrigation facilities 5. Facilitate availability of long-term and short-term credit |
| Coverage | 100 low-productivity districts (min. 1 per State/UT) |
| Budget | ₹24,000 crore annually; convergence of 36 central schemes |
| Beneficiaries | Estimated 1.7 crore farmers |
| Governance Model | District–State–National committees, DDKY Samitis, Central Nodal Officers |
| Planning Mechanism | District-specific Agriculture & Allied Activities Plans |
| Monitoring | 117 KPIs, real-time dashboards, mobile app, district rankings |
| Institutional Support | NITI Aayog, ICAR institutions, and Agricultural Universities |
To address under-employment in agriculture through skilling, investment, technology, and invigorating the rural economy, a comprehensive multi-sectoral ‘Rural Prosperity and Resilience’ programme will be launched.
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