Centre Extends Major Relief to Jammu & Kashmir’s Disaster-Hit Farmers: ₹171 Crore Transferred Under PM-Kisan Scheme
07 October 2025, New Delhi: In a significant step toward supporting disaster-affected farmers in Jammu and Kashmir, Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare and Rural Development, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, today released the 21st installment of the PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme in advance, benefiting 8.55 lakh farmers across the Union Territory. The funds, amounting to ₹171 crore, were directly transferred into the farmers’ bank accounts through a virtual ceremony held at Krishi Bhawan, New Delhi.
Joining the event were Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh, Agriculture Secretary Dr. Devesh Chaturvedi, ICAR Director General Dr. Mangi Lal Jat, and other senior officials. From Jammu and Kashmir, Agriculture Minister Javed Ahmad Dar, public representatives, and farmers participated virtually. Notably, the disbursement also included 85,418 women farmers. So far, ₹4,052 crore has been transferred to Jammu and Kashmir farmers under the PM-Kisan scheme.
Speaking on the occasion, Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan reaffirmed the Centre’s solidarity with the people of Jammu and Kashmir, stating, “Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Government of India stands shoulder to shoulder with the people affected by the recent floods and landslides. This installment under PM-Kisan is an immediate relief measure, ensuring that farmers can continue essential activities and recover from losses.”
Chouhan emphasized that no farmer will be left alone in this hour of crisis, assuring continued support through various Central schemes and assistance programs. He further announced that the Central Government has approved ₹85.62 crore under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Rural) for the reconstruction of 5,100 damaged houses. The package includes assistance for toilet construction and additional funds through MGNREGA, enabling families to rebuild their homes.
Highlighting further relief measures, Chouhan said that under MGNREGA, the employment guarantee will be increased from 100 to 150 days, providing additional livelihood support to affected families. The government is also prepared to supply seeds, fertilizers, and other essential inputs to help farmers resume agricultural activities.
He added that the Centre is ready to provide financial support under NDRF once the state submits its proposal. Moreover, under the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana, compensation will be directly transferred to affected farmers’ accounts upon receipt of necessary assessments from the state government.
Expressing gratitude, Dr. Jitendra Singh and Jammu & Kashmir Agriculture Minister Javed Ahmad Dar thanked the Union Government for its swift response and continuous support. They also appreciated Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan’s recent visit to the affected regions, underscoring the government’s commitment to rehabilitation and revival efforts in the Union Territory.
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