Nabarangpur,Oct 31 (UDN): A district-level programme was organised at the Mission Shakti Conference Hall in Nabarangpur to mark the release of the 24th instalment under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme. On this occasion, a total of ₹21 crore 83 lakh 12 thousand was directly transferred to the bank accounts of 1,09,156 eligible farmers across Nabarangpur district, providing financial assistance to thousands of farming families.
The programme was organised under the leadership of the Chief District Agriculture Officer, Nabarangpur, in collaboration with the Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK). Odisha’s Minister for School and Mass Education, Shri Nityananda Gond, attended the event as the Chief Guest.
Addressing the gathering, Minister Nityananda Gond encouraged farmers to adopt diversified agricultural practices and focus on cultivating multiple crops to improve agricultural productivity and increase their income. He emphasised that the economic and social development of farmers is the fundamental foundation for building a prosperous Odisha. He stated that the overall progress of the farming community is essential for strengthening the state’s rural economy and ensuring sustainable development.
Nabarangpur MLA Shri Gouri Shankar Majhi, Vice-Chairman of the Special Development Council Shri Langaraj Bhatra, and Additional District Magistrate Dr Pramod Pusti attended the programme as distinguished guests.
During the event, the Head and scientists of the Krishi Vigyan Kendra, along with officials of the Agriculture Department, provided detailed information to farmers about various agriculture-related government schemes, modern farming techniques, improved agricultural practices and the benefits of available government assistance. They encouraged farmers to take advantage of these initiatives to enhance agricultural production and strengthen their financial condition.
At the beginning of the programme, the Chief District Agriculture Officer welcomed the distinguished guests and participating farmers. He highlighted the objectives of the PM-KISAN scheme and explained its significant role in providing financial support and empowering farmers economically.
The guests also highlighted the importance of increasing farmers’ income, ensuring timely financial assistance for agricultural activities and extending the benefits of various government welfare schemes to eligible beneficiaries at the grassroots level.
Around 100 farmers participated in the district-level celebration. Officials from the Agriculture Department and Krishi Vigyan Kendra interacted with the farmers, addressed their concerns and advised them to make effective use of various agricultural schemes and modern farming opportunities.
The programme highlighted the government’s continued emphasis on farmers’ welfare, agricultural diversification and economic empowerment, with direct financial assistance under the PM-KISAN scheme serving as an important support mechanism for farming households.
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