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PM Modi Releases 18th PM Kisan Installment, ₹20,000 Crore to 9.4 Crore Farmers, Highlights Farmer-Friendly Decisions

Oct 5, 2024, 06:59 AM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has released the 18th installment of the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi, transferring around ₹20,000 crore directly into the bank accounts of over 9.4 crore farmers across India. Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan emphasized that "over the past 120 days, the Modi government has made several farmer-friendly decisions," including measures to ensure farmers receive good prices for their produce. He highlighted that "more than ₹20,000 crore from the Kisan Samman Nidhi will be transferred to farmers' accounts through the hands of the Prime Minister," reflecting the government's dedication to farmers' welfare. The PM Kisan Samman Nidhi is a scheme aimed at providing income support to farmers, and this latest installment demonstrates the government's continued commitment to enhancing farmers' incomes and ensuring timely financial assistance.