Published: 30 September 2025Rajasthan Agriculture Department / Krishak JagatRajasthan
Rajasthan Launches 'Meri Policy Mere Haath' Campaign for Kharif 2025 Crop Insurance
Rajasthan Agriculture Minister Dr. Kirodi Lal Meena launched the state-level 'Meri Policy Mere Haath' (MPMH) campaign on October 1, 2025, distributing Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) policies directly to farmers for the Kharif 2025 season. The doorstep delivery drive aims to ensure every enrolled farmer receives a physical copy of their crop insurance policy, land records, and information about claim procedures and grievance redressal mechanisms.
The campaign is particularly significant in Rajasthan following the detection of major irregularities in PMFBY claim settlements across several districts, including Sri Ganganagar where 32,000 of 1.70 lakh examined forms showed zero per cent crop damage despite actual losses of 50–70 per cent. Simultaneously, Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma transferred ₹717.96 crore to farmers' bank accounts under the Mukhyamantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana, reinforcing the state government's agricultural welfare agenda ahead of the Rabi sowing season.
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How much did Rajasthan CM Bhajan Lal Sharma transfer to farmers' accounts under the Mukhyamantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana in October 2025?
Explanation · Correct answer CIn October 2025, Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma transferred about ₹717.96 crore, reported as roughly ₹718 crore, to nearly 72 lakh farmers under the fourth instalment of the Mukhyamantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana. Therefore, the precise option closest to the official/agency figure is ₹717.96 crore.
Frequently asked questions
What is the 'Meri Policy Meri Haath' campaign launched by Rajasthan?
'Meri Policy Meri Haath' is a doorstep delivery campaign launched by Rajasthan on October 1, 2025 to physically hand over Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) policy documents to Kharif 2025 season farmers enrolled under crop insurance, ensuring transparency and awareness of their coverage.
What is PMFBY and what risks does it cover for farmers?
PMFBY (Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana) is a central government crop insurance scheme that provides comprehensive coverage against losses due to natural calamities such as drought, flood, hailstorm, cyclone, and pest/disease attacks. Farmers pay a nominal premium — 2% for Kharif crops, 1.5% for Rabi crops, and 5% for commercial/horticultural crops.
How much did CM Bhajan Lal transfer under Mukhyamantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana and to whom?
Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma transferred ₹717.96 crore under the Mukhyamantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana to eligible farmers in Rajasthan. This amount was directly credited to farmers' bank accounts as financial support supplementing central government assistance.
Why is doorstep delivery of crop insurance policies significant for farmers?
Doorstep delivery of crop insurance policies ensures that farmers are fully aware of their coverage details, premium paid, sum insured, and claim procedure. It reduces information asymmetry, prevents intermediary fraud, and empowers farmers to file timely claims in case of crop loss.
How does 'Meri Policy Meri Haath' strengthen the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) mechanism in Rajasthan's agriculture sector?
'Meri Policy Meri Haath' complements Direct Benefit Transfer by ensuring insurance benefits reach farmers without leakage. Physical delivery of policies alongside digital records strengthens the accountability chain and helps identify gaps in enrolment, ensuring that eligible farmers are not left out of crop insurance coverage.
