These figures indicate a strong push towards infrastructure, economic resilience, and inclusive growth. Recognizing agriculture as the first engine of development, the government has announced Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana, a transformative initiative aimed at developing agri-districts with low productivity, moderate crop intensity, and below-average credit parameters.
This programme, in partnership with states, will benefit 1. Further strengthening rural resilience, a multi-sectoral programme will address under-employment in agriculture by integrating skilling, investment, and technology.
The government is also launching a comprehensive programme for vegetables and fruits to promote production, efficient supply chains, and better prices for farmers. A dedicated Makhana Board will be established in Bihar to enhance production, processing, and marketing of the nutrient-rich crop. Meanwhile, the National Mission on High Yielding Seeds will accelerate research and development for over high-yield seed varieties, ensuring their commercial availability.
In addition, a five-year Mission for Cotton Productivity will enhance yield and sustainability, particularly in extra-long staple cotton. Moreover, the establishment of a urea plant in Assam, with an annual capacity of The government plans to revise the classification criteria for MSMEs, enhancing investment and turnover limits by 2.
Meanwhile, a National Institute of Food Technology, Entrepreneurship, and Management will be established in Bihar to support food processing. To further the Make in India vision, a National Manufacturing Mission will provide a structured push to small, medium, and large industries. The third engine of development, Investment, will be driven by both human capital and infrastructure expansion. The Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2. Rural schools and primary health centers will receive broadband connectivity under Bharatnet, and the Bharatiya Bhasha Pustak Scheme will provide digital-form Indian language books for education.
