Published: 10 October 2025Economy
PM Launches Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana: ₹1.44 Lakh Crore for 100 Districts
The Prime Minister launched the Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY) on October 11, 2025, a landmark agricultural reform with ₹1.44 lakh crore investment over six years (₹24,000 crore annually) targeting 100 low-performing districts across the country.
The scheme merges 36 existing schemes under a single digital framework, aims to support 1.7 crore farmers, and targets 20-30% crop productivity increase and below 5% post-harvest losses. It will form 10,000 Women Producer Groups benefitting 5 lakh women farmers. UP leads with 12 selected districts, followed by Maharashtra (9) and Bihar (8). Rajasthan has 5 districts selected, including Barmer, Jalore, and Sirohi in the arid western region.
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PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana is implemented through convergence of how many existing Central schemes?
Explanation · Correct answer DPIB states that PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana is implemented through convergence of 36 existing schemes across 11 Departments, along with State schemes and private-sector participation. Therefore, option D is correct.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY)?
**PMDDKY was launched on October 11, 2025, with ₹1.44 lakh crore investment over six years** (₹24,000 crore annually) targeting 100 low-performing agricultural districts. It merges 36 existing schemes and aims to support 1.7 crore farmers with 20-30% crop productivity increase.
How many districts are targeted under PMDDKY and which state has the most?
**PMDDKY targets 100 low-performing agricultural districts.** UP leads with 12 selected districts, followed by Maharashtra (9) and Bihar (8). **Rajasthan has 5 districts selected**, including Barmer, Jalore, and Sirohi in the arid western region.
What Women Producer Groups does PMDDKY aim to form?
PMDDKY will **form 10,000 Women Producer Groups benefitting 5 lakh women farmers.** This is part of the scheme's focus on women's empowerment in agriculture, alongside the goal of reducing post-harvest losses to below 5% and increasing crop productivity by 20-30%.
How many existing schemes does PMDDKY merge?
**PMDDKY merges 36 existing agricultural schemes** under a single digital framework, simplifying the delivery of agricultural benefits to farmers. The scheme targets 100 low-performing districts and aims to support 1.7 crore farmers through this consolidated approach.
What are the agricultural productivity targets of PMDDKY?
PMDDKY targets **20-30% crop productivity increase and below 5% post-harvest losses** in the 100 selected low-performing districts. With ₹1.44 lakh crore investment over six years, it aims to transform agricultural outcomes for 1.7 crore farmers.
