Published: 1 October 2025ANIRajasthan
Rajasthan CM Bhajan Lal Sharma Launches Sahkar Membership Campaign in Jaipur
Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma launched the Sahkar Membership Campaign on October 2, 2025 in Jaipur, aimed at strengthening the cooperative movement across the state. The campaign runs from October 2 to October 15, with camps organized at around 8,300 PACS (Primary Agricultural Credit Societies) levels.
The state has set a target to increase the number of cooperative societies by 10%. New PACS will be established in 2,158 gram panchayats where none currently exist. Over 7.7 million farmers have received interest-free crop loans worth ₹42,765 crore. The CM handed over certificates to new Village Service Cooperative Societies and land allotment certificates to landless village cooperatives.
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Q: Discuss the objectives and reach of the Sahkar Membership Campaign launched by Rajasthan in October 2025 and its role in strengthening cooperative federalism.
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Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma launched the Sahkar Membership Campaign on 2 October 2025 in Jaipur, running to 15 October through camps at around 8,300 Primary Agricultural Credit Societies, targeting 10 percent growth in cooperatives, new PACS across 2,158 gram panchayats, and building on interest-free crop loans worth 42,765 crore rupees.
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With reference to the Sahkar Membership Campaign launched in Rajasthan in October 2025, consider the following statements:
1. The campaign aims to increase the number of cooperative societies by 10%.
2. New PACS will be established in 2,158 gram panchayats where none currently exist.
3. Over 7.7 million farmers have received interest-free crop loans worth ₹42,765 crore.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation · Correct answer DAll three statements are correct. CM Bhajan Lal Sharma launched the Sahkar Membership Campaign (October 2-15) targeting a 10% increase in cooperative societies. New PACS will be set up in 2,158 gram panchayats where none exist. Over 7.7 million farmers received interest-free crop loans worth ₹42,765 crore through the cooperative banking system.
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What is the Sahkar Membership Campaign and when was it launched?
The **Sahkar Membership Campaign** was launched by **Rajasthan CM Bhajan Lal Sharma on October 2, 2025** in Jaipur. It ran **October 2-15** with camps at approximately **8,300 PACS** (Primary Agricultural Credit Societies) to expand the cooperative movement.
What is the target of Rajasthan's Sahkar Membership Campaign?
The campaign targets a **10% increase in cooperative societies**, establishment of **new PACS in 2,158 gram panchayats** where none currently exist, and greater participation of **women and youth** in cooperatives.
How many PACS-level camps were organised during the Sahkar Membership Campaign?
Over **8,300 PACS-level camps** were organised statewide during the Sahkar Membership Campaign (October 2-15, 2025), resulting in **1.5 lakh applications** received.
What legal reform was announced alongside the Sahkar Membership Campaign?
Alongside the campaign, Rajasthan announced plans for a **new Cooperative Act** to replace the existing **2001 law**, with a **five-member committee** constituted to draft the new legislation.
Why is the Sahkar Membership Campaign significant for Rajasthan's rural economy?
The campaign strengthens the cooperative sector's role in rural credit, marketing, and services. By targeting **2,158 gram panchayats** without PACS and enrolling **1.5 lakh new members**, it expands institutional credit access for small farmers.
