Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana: The Indian government started the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana (PMKSY) in 2015 with the goal of increasing irrigation coverage and increasing agricultural water use efficiency. The program is to guarantee that every agricultural field in the nation has access to irrigation, which will raise agricultural output and farmers’ incomes.
Key Components of PMKSY
Accelerated Irrigation Benefits Programme (AIBP): Enables ongoing large- and medium-sized irrigation projects to be completed financially in order to maximize their benefits.
Per Drop More Crop: Focuses on improving the efficiency of water use by using micro-irrigation technologies such as sprinkler and drip systems.
Watershed Development: Involves enhancing soil and moisture conservation efforts as well as the efficient management of runoff water.
Har Khet Ko Pani: Ensures that every farm has access to irrigation by building and maintaining water distribution networks.
How to Get Benefits
Application: Farmers must apply online or through the state agriculture departments’ designated portals for PMKSY. Information regarding the land, crop patterns, and water sources should all be included in the application.
Documentation: Send in the required paperwork, such as evidence of identity, proof of land ownership, and information about any irrigation systems that are now in place.
Field Inspection: Field visits are carried out by officials to confirm the specifics and viability of the suggested irrigation schemes.
Approval and Implementation: Subsidies and technical assistance are provided to farmers upon approval so they can install micro-irrigation systems and other water-saving techniques.
Monitoring and Support: The effectiveness and progress of the deployed systems are tracked, and further assistance is given when required.
Farmers can greatly enhance their farm’s water management through PMKSY participation, which will raise crop yields, cut down on water waste, and boost revenue.