Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan Launches ‘Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan’ to Transform Indian Agriculture

On the occasion of the festival, the Union Agriculture Minister inaugurated ‘The Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan’ from Odisha, a 15-day initiative to help advance Indian agriculture by using innovative science and reaching farmers directly. As a result of this initiative, conducted jointly by the Ministry of Agriculture and ICAR, scientists and farmers can discuss and exchange information, learning about what happens on the farm and supporting relevant research projects. Reaching over 700 areas and hiring thousands of experts, this effort wants to further modern farming, natural farming and diverse crops, all suited to local conditions in India, ensuring its future success in agriculture.

Context

• The scheme promotes the Lab to Land approach by encouraging scientists and farmers to engage in discussions.

• About 16,000 scientists in 2,170 teams will guide farmers on the best ways to grow and protect their crops.

• The goal of the campaign is to lead future research and assist the Government in its plan for a developed India.

Key Points

Objectives 

• Community partnerships allow scientists to teach farmers and find out about challenges farmers face.

• Farming designed for the climate, soil and water in a particular area.

• Provide farmers with information about appropriate crops, new types and ways to farm sustainably.

Implementation

• Scientists formed 2,170 teams, each one spending 15 days in communities, visiting two villages each day.

• Seventy-eighty-one districts have engaged with participation from Krishi Vigyan Kendras, ICAR institutes and state agriculture departments.

• Getting experts from agriculture, horticulture, animal husbandry, fisheries and innovative farmers involved.

Impact and vision

• Join agriculture research and experts to find real solutions for farmers.

• Farmers’ views are asked to guide agricultural research choices relevant to their regions.

• Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s goals for a stronger India by supporting progress in farming.

Other Government Initiatives for Agriculture in India

• Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana: helps farmers get compensation when crops are damaged because of natural disasters.

• Digital Agriculture Initiatives: Allows farmers to use AI, drones and satellites for better farming and resource control.

• Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana: PMKSY will use Projects that Focus on Water: Increased use of drip and sprinkler irrigation methods for sensible water usage under PMKSY.’

• Supporting Millet Growing: Supports efforts to make millets known as nutritious and tough enough to survive various climates.

• Mission Poshan campaign revised in 2021: A nutrition program that blends maternal and children nutrition to enhance productivity.

• The Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana: Supports organic farming in clusters so farmers use less chemical products.

Conclusion:

The ‘Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan’ seeks to change Indian agriculture by merging science and what farmers experience every day. Sharing knowledge with farmers and involving them in creating new solutions allows this campaign to help increase productivity, sustainability and the sustainability of rural communities. After successful implementation, agriculture will boost India’s efforts to fight hunger and also progress the country, as hoped for in the ‘Viksit Bharat’ mission.