Saturday, 11 October, 2025 3:53 pm
Live Telecast of Launch of PM Dhan-Dhanya Krishi Yojana at ICAR-DPR and AICRP Centres
The ICAR–Directorate of Poultry Research, Hyderabad, organized the live telecast of the Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s address during the launch of the PM Dhan-Dhanya Krishi Yojana, Pulses Self-Reliance Mission, and the inauguration and foundation stone laying of more than 2100 projects under Agriculture Infrastructure Fund, Animal Husbandry, and Fisheries Sectors, held at Pusa, New Delhi. The programme was organized at the ICAR-DPR, Hyderabad, its Regional Centre, Bhubaneswar, and at various AICRP on Poultry Breeding Centres across the country.
The programme began with a welcome address and an overview of the objectives and highlights of the day’s event. This was followed by informative sessions on improved packages of practices for major Rabi crops, emphasizing climate-resilient and high-yielding varieties. Detailed discussions were also held on natural farming, focusing on eco-friendly and sustainable cultivation techniques.
Farmers keenly listened to the Hon’ble Prime Minister’s address, wherein he highlighted the Government’s continuous efforts to strengthen the agricultural sector through various schemes and initiatives. The Prime Minister emphasized the significance of the Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhanya Yojana (PMDDY), designed to enhance digital access, transparency, and efficiency in agricultural operations. He stated that the scheme aims to benefit around 1.7 crore farmers across 100 districts by improving irrigation facilities, storage infrastructure, and credit access. The focus on post-harvest management, crop diversification, and sustainable farming is expected to enhance farmers’ income and reduce rural distress.
As part of the event, a demonstration on Moringa integration with poultry farming was conducted, showcasing its potential for income diversification and nutritional enhancement. Awareness sessions were also held on oilseed crop cultivation practices, National Programme on Soil Health and Fertility (NPSS), and the benefits of GST reduction on agricultural inputs. The event concluded with an interactive session, where farmers shared their experiences and expressed appreciation for the practical insights and policy updates that would contribute to improving their farm profitability and sustainability.
In total, 959 participants attended the programme, including 526 male and 433 female participants across ICAR-DPR Main, Regional Centre, and different AICRP-PB Centres. At the ICAR-DPR Main Centre, Hyderabad, 114 farmers (108 male and 6 female), 23 students, and 50 other participants attended; at the Regional Centre, Bhubaneswar, 65 participants (47 male and 18 female) participated; and the remaining participants joined from various AICRP-PB Centres across the country.
