Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY)
Context
The Union Cabinet has approved the Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY), a flagship agriculture reform scheme, to be launched in October 2025 (Rabi season). The scheme aims to boost agricultural productivity through convergence of multiple schemes.
About PMDDKY
Objective:
An umbrella framework to converge 36 existing Central schemes under 11 ministries to improve farm productivity, credit, and livelihoods.
Key Features:
| Feature | Details |
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| Launch | October 2025 (Rabi Season) |
| Duration | 6 years |
| Annual Outlay | ₹24,000 crore |
| Coverage | 100 low-productivity districts |
| Model | Based on Aspirational District Programme |
Schemes Included:
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PM-KISAN
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PM Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY)
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Other state schemes identified by District Dhan Dhaanya Samitis
Implementation Structure
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District Dhan Dhaanya Samitis will coordinate convergence at the local level.
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PPP (Public-Private Partnerships) to be promoted in the agriculture value chain.
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117 key indicators to be monitored monthly by the Centre.
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District Plans to align with national goals (e.g., water use, diversification).
Intended Outcomes
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Enhance agricultural productivity
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Promote crop diversification and value addition
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Boost rural livelihoods
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Achieve food self-sufficiency in:
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Foodgrains
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Edible oils
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Pulses
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Improve credit disbursement in underperforming districts
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Encourage soil and water conservation techniques
Concerns Highlighted by the Parliamentary Standing Committee
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Decline in agriculture’s share in the Central Plan Outlay:
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From 3.53% in 2021–22 to 2.51% in 2025–26
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Issues Raised:
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Diminishing public investment in agriculture
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Execution challenges in convergence
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Need for local adaptability and flexibility
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Need for Participation and Inclusivity
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Key Stakeholders to Involve:
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State governments
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Local Self-Governments (Panchayats)
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PACS (Primary Agricultural Credit Societies)
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Agri-universities
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Farmers’ and Traders’ organizations
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Emphasis on a bottom-up approach for effective district-level implementation and ownership.
Conclusion
PMDDKY is a promising initiative to coordinate fragmented agricultural efforts under one umbrella. However, its success hinges on:
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Participatory governance
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Sustained public investment
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Capacity-building of local institutions
