Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan approved Rs 1,183.11 crore as 2nd tranche for five states under two agri schemes
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Centre to release 2nd tranche of Rs 1,183 cr to five states under two agri schemes
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan approved the release of Rs 1,183.11 crore as the second tranche to five states under two agricultural schemes. The funds aim to boost farmers' income and lower cultivation costs by promoting micro-irrigation and modern farm machinery. Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu are the major beneficiaries. States have been directed to accelerate implementation to ensure timely benefits to farmers, making this a key development in agricultural policy and rural economy for competitive exams.
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Funds target enhancing farmers' income and reducing cultivation costs through micro-irrigation and modern machinery
Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu to receive significant portions of the allocated amount
Scheme implementation to be expedited by states for timely farmer benefits
Initiative aligns with government's focus on sustainable agriculture and doubling farmers' income
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