Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, highlighted the significance of agriculture in India, calling it the backbone of the nation. He mentioned the government’s efforts to make the agricultural sector self-reliant and improve farmers’ livelihoods. Chouhan praised Rajasthan’s agricultural innovations and urged other states to adopt similar practices.
The Minister addressed the Western Regional Conference in Jaipur, emphasizing the need for regional agricultural conferences to address state-specific challenges. He outlined key objectives for the sector, including ensuring food security, increasing farmers’ incomes, and promoting nutritional security. Chouhan stressed the importance of agricultural diversification and integrated farming systems to achieve these goals.
Chouhan urged states to ensure 100% farmer registration under the Farmer ID scheme for timely access to government benefits. He also emphasized the need for swift crop damage assessments under the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana. The Minister announced plans to introduce flexibility in fund allocation for national agricultural schemes based on states’ geographical conditions and called for efficient utilization of agricultural budgets.
Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma echoed the importance of farmers in the nation’s development and highlighted enhancements to the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme in Rajasthan. He announced the Global Rajasthan Agritech Meet–2026, aiming to boost agricultural exports. The Chief Minister invited stakeholders to participate in the event, emphasizing its potential to shape the future of agriculture through discussions on production, water management, and crop protection.
