Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY)

The Union cabinet has approved the Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY), aimed at developing 100 agricultural districts through the convergence of schemes across various ministries.

Key Features

• Budget: The scheme has an outlay of ₹24,000 crore per year. 
• Duration: It will be implemented over six years, starting from the current financial year. 
• Implementation Strategy:
  • A master plan will be created for each district covering agriculture and allied activities.
  • Plans will be prepared by District Dhan Dhaanya Samiti headed by the Collector.
  • Aligned with national goals: crop diversification, water and soil health conservation, self-sufficiency, expansion of natural and organic farming.

Implementation and Monitoring

• Plans will be based on extensive consultations, considering cropping patterns and agro-climatic conditions.
• Committees will exist at district, state, and national levels for effective implementation.
• Central Nodal Officers will be appointed for field visits, review, and monitoring.
• Each district will collaborate with central and state agriculture universities as technical partners.

Selection Criteria for Districts

• 100 districts will be selected based on: 
  • Low productivity
  • Moderate crop intensity
  • Below-average credit parameters
• At least one district from each state will be included.