The Madhya Pradesh Cabinet has sanctioned 16 schemes aimed at farmers’ welfare, with investments totaling Rs 27,746 crore. These schemes span six key departments and were approved during a special agriculture cabinet meeting in Nangalwadi, Barwani district. Among the initiatives greenlit are projects for irrigation, agriculture, horticulture, animal husbandry, dairy development, and fisheries.
One significant project given the green light is the Barla Lift Micro Irrigation Project under the Narmada Valley Development Department, costing around Rs 861 crore. This project is set to benefit approximately 15,500 hectares of farmland in 33 villages within the tehsil.
The Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Department is set to utilize Rs 3,502.48 crore for its approved scheme, while the Horticulture and Food Processing Department will see an expenditure of Rs 4,263.94 crore across three schemes. The Animal Husbandry and Dairy Development Department has been allocated Rs 9,508 crore for four schemes.
The Fishermen Welfare and Fisheries Department will receive Rs 218.50 crore for its two schemes, and the Cooperative Department will be backed by Rs 8,186 crore from the Finance Department for its four schemes. The Narmada Valley Development Department’s two approved schemes will be supported by Rs 2,067.97 crore.
Chief Minister Mohan Yadav reiterated the government’s dedication to the farming community, emphasizing that uplifting farmers will propel the state towards development and progress. Plans are in motion to elevate Barwani as a tourist hub, with more projects anticipated for approval soon.
In Barwani, the Khetia Agricultural Produce Market is slated for an upgrade to an ideal produce market at an estimated cost of Rs 10 crore. The state’s efforts in promoting natural farming have garnered recognition nationwide, with 25 farmers from Barwani district undergoing training as master trainers in natural farming methods.
These farmers will also receive advanced training outside the state to enhance their skills as master trainers, facilitating the expansion of natural farming practices in the region.
