The 22nd installment of the government’s PM-Kisan scheme will be disbursed on March 13, 2026, as announced by Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will initiate the release from Guwahati in Assam, transferring over Rs 18,640 crore directly to the bank accounts of more than 9.32 crore farmer families through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Chouhan highlighted that this initiative underscores the government’s dedication to farmers and its recognition of them as the country’s “annadatas.” Since its inception in February 2019, the scheme has facilitated the direct transfer of over Rs 4.09 lakh crore to farmers’ bank accounts.
With the upcoming 22nd installment, the total disbursement will surpass Rs 4.27 lakh crore. The scheme, introduced under PM Modi’s leadership, aims to bring about a substantial and lasting change in the agriculture sector by offering direct income support to small and marginal farmers.
Through the PM-Kisan program, eligible farmer families receive Rs 6,000 annually in three equal installments directly credited to their bank accounts. The upcoming installment will also provide financial aid to more than 2.15 crore women farmers.
This timely assistance assists farmers in covering agricultural expenses like seeds, fertilizers, and pesticides, as well as meeting household needs such as education and healthcare. The scheme is part of the government’s ongoing efforts to empower women farmers economically and improve the financial status of rural households.
Chouhan emphasized that independent studies have shown that the PM-Kisan initiative has bolstered the rural economy by reducing farmers’ reliance on loans and promoting increased investment in agriculture.
