Gujarat Governor Acharya Devvrat mentioned that over Rs 22,000 crore has been directly transferred to more than 6.9 million farmer families through the PM-KISAN scheme. He emphasized the state’s commitment to inclusive growth under the motto of “Developed Gujarat to Developed India.”
Governor Devvrat stated that the state provided financial aid of Rs 9,610 crore to farmers affected by untimely rains, benefiting over 3.3 million farmers. Gujarat focuses on promoting natural farming, with initiatives like the Gujarat Natural Farming Development Board and the world’s first Natural Farming University.
More than 1.9 million farmers have been trained in natural farming methods, and over 800,000 have adopted these practices. The state has established 7,100 model farms, with Dang district declared chemical-free, encouraging farmers to embrace sustainable agricultural practices.
Gujarat’s achievements in horticulture, including globally recognized products like Gir Kesar mangoes and Valsad Hafus, were also highlighted by the Governor. Direct financial aid schemes like PM-KISAN play a crucial role in supporting farmers and enhancing agricultural resilience.
Governor Devvrat also mentioned technological advancements in governance, such as the Chief Minister Dashboard and Governance Performance Index (GPI). Land-related services are now accessible online through portals like I-ORA and GARVI-2.0, ensuring efficient government services in rural areas.
Cultural and heritage initiatives, such as the “Somanath Swabhiman Festival” and the ‘Unity March – Sardar @150’, were commended by the Governor for promoting cultural pride and unity. The session, attended by Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and other dignitaries, also paid tribute to late former members.
