- Farmers’ income is increasing due to advanced agriculture, natural farming and milk production
- Chief Minister Dr. Yadav expressed gratitude for free registration of villagers’ properties
- Chief Minister addressed Balram Krishi Mahotsav in Pandhurna virtually from Bhopal
- Progressive farmers, meritorious students and award winners were honored
Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav stated that under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, Madhya Pradesh is continuously establishing new dimensions of development. The state government is committed to the welfare of all sections of society, including farmers, women, youth, and the poor. The government is continuously working to increase farmers’ income and promote prosperity. Chief Minister Dr. Yadav was virtually addressing the Balaram Krishi Mahotsav held in Pandhurna on Wednesday from the Chief Minister’s residence.
- In case of low rainfall, every possible support will be provided to the farmers.
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that during the Farmer Welfare Year, efforts are being made to connect farmers with advanced agricultural techniques, natural farming, and farmer-friendly schemes through the Balram Krishi Mahotsav. Pandhurna district is important for wheat, maize, gram, pigeon pea, and orange production. Along with farming, farmers’ income and milk production are also steadily increasing here. A survey is being conducted in view of the low rainfall situation. Farmers will be provided with all possible assistance and facilities.
- Youth getting employment opportunities from agriculture based industries
In his virtual address, Minister in charge of Pandhurna district, Shri Pradyuman Singh Tomar, said that Pandhurna district is progressing not only in agriculture but also in the production of agriculture-based products. Youth are getting employment from various agriculture-based units established in the district. He expressed his gratitude to Chief Minister Dr. Yadav for providing free property registration to villagers.
Administrator of Madhya Pradesh State Cooperative Bank, Shri Mahendra Singh Yadav thanked Chief Minister Dr. Yadav for connecting the farmers with modern and advanced farming innovations and declaring Balram Jayanti as ‘Farmers Day’.
- Progressive farmers shared their success experiences with Chief Minister Dr. Yadav
At the Balram Krishi Mahotsav, progressive farmers from the district interacted with Chief Minister Dr. Yadav and shared their experiences of innovations and success in farming. Mr. Matru Lal Dongre, a farmer from village Bhumma, Saunsar development block, explained that he produces turmeric, pigeon pea, and wheat through natural farming. By adding value to his produce, he is earning a net profit of ₹2 to 2.5 lakh per year. His natural products are reaching Japan and Australia. Mr. Narendra Thackeray, a farmer from village Tigaon, reported that he is earning ₹15 to 20 lakh per year by producing oranges on 16 acres. He also engages in animal husbandry and vegetable production. Mrs. Roshni Narware of village Paradsinga reported that she has engaged 350 women from 14 villages to manufacture Khadi, seed balls, and seed jewelry from indigenous cotton. The women are earning a good income by selling these products through online platforms.
Mr. Krishna Kumar Rabde, a farmer from Pandhurna, has established a milk processing unit taking advantage of the PMFME scheme. He is earning an income of Rs. 8 to 10 lakhs per year by producing paneer, shrikhand, ghee and mawa. His unit has also provided employment to 8 to 10 people. Similarly, Mr. Vijesh Bhade, a farmer from village Piplani, said that he is doing organic farming on 2.5 acres by setting up a BRC center under the ATMA scheme. By adopting integrated farming including animal husbandry and horticulture, he is earning an income of Rs. 3 to 4 lakhs per year.
- Progressive farmers, meritorious students and livestock farmers were honored.
Progressive farmers from Pandhurna district interacted with Chief Minister Dr. Yadav and shared their experiences of innovations being made in farming and their success. Farmers with outstanding work, meritorious students, and five cattle breeders for rearing excellent indigenous cows under the Gopal Krishna Gram Puraskar Yojana were honored at the event. Farmers present at the event were also given information about advanced agricultural techniques, natural farming, agricultural mechanization, and the government’s farmer-friendly schemes.
Collector Mr. Neeraj Kumar Vashisht, Cultural Cell Coordinator and State Incharge Balram Krishi Mahotsav Mr. Kapil Yarde, former Minister Mr. Nanabhau Mohor, Mr. Sandeep Mohor, Municipal Council President Mr. Sandeep Ghatode, District President Mrs. Latabai Tumdom along with many public representatives and a large number of farmers were present in the program.