Over 115 lakh hectares brought under micro-irrigation as of July 2024
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Over 115 lakh hectares brought under Per Drop More Crop micro-irrigation scheme till July this year
As of July 2024, over 115 lakh hectares of farmland have been covered under the Per Drop More Crop micro-irrigation scheme, a component of the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY). Launched in January 2016, the scheme promotes water-use efficiency through drip and sprinkler irrigation systems. It aims to enhance agricultural productivity while conserving water resources, aligning with the government's goal of 'Har Khet Ko Pani'. This achievement highlights progress in sustainable agriculture and is highly relevant for exams focusing on government schemes and rural development.
Source: All India Radio News (official). This summary and analysis are AI-written from that report and are not individually fact-checked — confirm names, dates and figures with the source before you rely on them.
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Scheme launched in January 2016 as part of PMKSY
Focus on drip and sprinkler irrigation for water-use efficiency
Aims to achieve 'Har Khet Ko Pani' and improve farm-level water management
Implemented by the Department of Agriculture & Farmers' Welfare, Ministry of Agriculture
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