PM-KISAN Scheme: Direct Income Support for Farmers
2026-06-05Background: The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme was launched by the Government of India to supplement the efforts of families to undertake agriculture and allied activities as well as domestic needs. Current Context: The scheme provides an annual financial assistance of Rs 6,000 to eligible landholding farmer families, payable in three equal installments of Rs 2,000 each. The government regularly reviews the list of beneficiaries and ensures timely disbursement of funds. Impact: This direct income support aims to enhance the income of farmers, improve their financial stability, and enable them to meet their agricultural input costs and other essential expenses, thereby boosting the rural economy.
