Assam Achieves Milestone with Full Coverage in PM-KISAN Scheme

Guwahati: On October 26, Assam’s Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma proudly announced a remarkable achievement in the PM-KISAN Samman Nidhi Scheme, reporting that multiple districts in the state have surpassed full coverage, reaching saturation levels. This development is a major step forward in the government’s initiative to bolster the agricultural community.

During his announcement, Sarma provided specific data for five districts that have excelled in the scheme. Majuli leads the pack with an extraordinary coverage rate of 163%, followed by Lakhimpur at 122%, Sivasagar at 108%, Charaideo at 107%, and Golaghat at 101%. This achievement indicates a strong commitment to supporting farmers, often referred to as the “Annadatas,” or food providers.

Currently, the PM-KISAN Scheme benefits approximately 17.5 lakh farmers across Assam. The Chief Minister emphasized that the state government is dedicated to ensuring all districts reach similar saturation levels, further uplifting the agricultural sector. In an evaluation of nine districts, outstanding performances were noted, especially in the Upper Assam region, where coverage rates significantly exceeded the state average of 26.46%.

The PM-KISAN Scheme, launched on December 1, 2018, is a Central Sector initiative fully funded by the Government of India. It provides annual income support of ₹6,000 to all eligible land-holding farmer families, distributed in three equal installments. The definition of a family under this scheme includes the husband, wife, and minor children. State governments and Union Territory administrations are responsible for identifying eligible families according to the scheme’s guidelines, with funds transferred directly to beneficiaries’ bank accounts. Notably, there are various exclusion categories to ensure proper targeting of the support.

This accomplishment underscores Assam’s ongoing commitment to empowering its farming community through effective government initiatives.