Bhopal, July 3 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Friday directed officials to ensure that the maximum number of eligible farmers are brought under government welfare schemes through direct outreach, while reviewing the implementation of the state’s ‘Farmers’ Welfare Year-2026′.
Chairing a meeting at the Mantralaya, the Chief Minister said the success of the campaign would depend on how effectively government schemes reached farmers across the state.
“Effective implementation of all schemes in mission mode must be ensured to reduce farming costs, increase farmers’ income and make agriculture more profitable. The maximum number of eligible farmers should be linked to government schemes through direct engagement, and the cultivation of low-water-consuming crops, as well as natural and organic farming, should be encouraged,” Yadav said in a statement.
The Chief Minister also reviewed initiatives aimed at improving agricultural productivity and directed officials to promote sustainable farming practices across the state.
To strengthen allied sectors, Mohan Yadav asked officials to expand dairy infrastructure and improve access to quality livestock for farmers.
“To boost milk production, high-breed cows should be made available to farmers with the support of private entities, and dairy centres should be expanded in rural areas,” he further stated.
During the meeting, the Chief Minister also instructed officials to complete the digitisation of cooperative society processes and ensure the timely launch of the online Kisan Credit Card portal and e-passbook facility.
He further reviewed preparations for the Vegetable Festival and Aquaculture Marketing Symposium in Indore and directed officials to ensure their smooth organisation.
Agriculture Minister Aidal Singh Kanshana and senior officials attended the meeting and briefed the Chief Minister on programmes being implemented under the Farmers’ Welfare Year-2026 campaign, including efforts to improve technology adoption, market linkages and delivery of government schemes.
–IANS
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