Raipur (thestates.news) | Reinforcing the State Government’s resolve towards “farmer-centric and inclusive growth”, Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai transferred more than Rs. 10,324 crore directly into the bank accounts of 25.28 lakh farmers across Chhattisgarh under the Krishak Unnati Yojana on February 28. The funds were disbursed during the Mega Farmers’ Conference held at Rahangi in the Bilha development block of Bilaspur district. Out of the total beneficiaries, 1,25,352 farmers from Bilaspur district alone received Rs. 494.38 crore in their accounts.
On the occasion, the Chief Minister inaugurated seven completed works worth Rs. 15.99 crore and laid the foundation for 82 new projects valued at Rs. 247.18 crore. These 89 development projects, amounting to Rs. 263.17 crore, are expected to provide fresh momentum to infrastructure growth in the region.
During the programme, the Chief Minister and dignitaries were welcomed with traditional offerings of khumri and nangar, symbolising respect for agricultural heritage. A thematic video titled “Krishak Unnati Yojana Ka Vardaan, Chhattisgarh Ka Har Kisan Dhanwan” was also released.
Addressing the gathering, Chief Minister Sai stated that the day marks a celebration of farmers’ honour and contribution. He stated that over 25 lakh farmers have sold paddy this season, and more than Rs. 10,000 crore has been credited to their accounts under the Krishak Unnati Yojana. He emphasised that the government ensured the transfer before Holi so that farmers could celebrate the festival with happiness and dignity.
The Chief Minister reiterated that the state government is a farmer-friendly government dedicated to ensuring “economic security and timely payments”. He noted that this year, farmers faced no shortage of gunny bags and received payments without delay. The government continues to provide agricultural loans at 0% interest, and lakhs of farmers are benefiting from the Kisan Credit Card facility. He further highlighted that Chhattisgarh Government offers the highest procurement prices for paddy in the country. Financial assistance is also being extended to landless agricultural labourers. Subsidies on fertilisers, expansion of irrigation facilities, and strengthening of cooperative institutions are being pursued to promote long-term agricultural prosperity.
