Evaluating the PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana: A Convergent Approach to Revitalizing Distressed Agricultural Regions
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Completing its first year, the PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana is targeting 100 low-productivity districts through inter-ministerial convergence to enhance agricultural sustainability and credit accessibility.
The PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana has completed its inaugural year, providing a critical assessment point for the government’s efforts to address chronic agrarian distress in India’s low-productivity, credit-starved regions. By focusing on 100 specifically identified districts, the scheme represents a strategic departure from traditional silo-based agricultural interventions, opting instead for a 'convergent framework' that draws upon the resources and expertise of multiple Union ministries.
The core philosophy of the scheme rests on the synthesis of supply-side reforms and localized developmental support. In regions historically hampered by low input efficiency and informal, predatory credit markets, the initiative seeks to integrate technology-led productivity enhancement with structured financial inclusion. By bridging the gap between credit availability and scientific farming practices, the policy aims to move beyond mere subsistence, fostering a sustainable ecosystem where smallholder farmers can access modern inputs and fair market linkages.
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