Tag: farmer welfare

PM Modi Urges Resilience Amid Global Economic Selfishness, Lauds Operation Sindoor and Farmers’ Rights

“Today, when economic selfishness is rising in the global scenario, it is essential that we do not sit crying over these crises. If we move forward with courage, no selfishness can entangle us,” PM Modi declared.

August 15, 2025

No Compromise on Farmers’ Interests Amid US Tariffs, Says Agriculture Minister Chouhan

Chouhan argued that US farmers operate vast holdings of 10,000–15,000 hectares with lower costs due to genetically modified (GM) seeds, while Indian farmers often work on just one to three acres, sometimes even less.

August 13, 2025

Centre to Release ₹3,200 Crore Crop Insurance Payout to 30 Lakh Disaster-Hit Farmers

The minister described PMFBY as a “boon” for disaster-affected farmers, providing crucial support when crops—and consequently, farmers’ livelihoods—are destroyed.

August 11, 2025

PM Modi’s Unwavering Stand for Farmers’ Welfare Earns Praise from Soumya Swaminathan

“PM Modi gave a strong message of support for farmers and made it clear that he would not yield to any kind of pressure. My father would have appreciated this,” she said.

August 7, 2025

PM Modi Stands Firm on Farmer Interests Amid U.S. Tariff Hike Led by Trump

The tariff escalation is seen as part of ongoing trade tensions, with the U.S. demanding greater access to India’s agricultural market, particularly for corn, soybeans, and cotton.

August 7, 2025

India’s First Weather Derivative aims to protect farmers from weather volatility

He noted that farmers and agri-based industries can use historical weather data to assess whether areas are drought-prone, flood-prone, or receive normal rainfall.

July 5, 2025

Significant milestones expected as farmers adopt natural farming: PM Modi

While interacting with the farmers on Sunday at PUSA, PM Modi noted that farmers are conscious of their responsibility towards Mother Earth and are voluntarily transitioning away from pesticides.

August 12, 2024

“PM Modi sensitive towards farmers’ demand”: Piyush Goyal

The minister assured traders and farmers of tobacco that all the issues of the tobacco farmers and industry stakeholders will be addressed.

June 30, 2024

‘Govt leaving no stone unturned to ensure farmer welfare’: PM Modi

He said that the government has provided the farmers with modern seeds to combat climate change.

February 22, 2024