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India’s ‘Annadata’ shaping

Development Journey

Greetings, husbandry, dairy farming, fisheries, beekeeping, and
The Indian farmers has become an active and reliable natural farming, alternative sources of income have been
partner in the country’s development journey. Our developed for farmers. This has infused new energy into
famers have not only nourished the nation but also the the rural economy and increased employment.
world when needed. India is the world’s largest producer The dream of a developed India can only be real-
of rice, pulses, milk, and several other agricultural prod- ized when agriculture is empowered and farmers are
ucts. This achievement is the result of years of continu- prosperous. Through the hard work of our farmers,
ous hard work, clear policy direction, and the visionary clear policies, and the integration of technology, Indian
leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, which has agriculture is moving forward with renewed confidence.
given new dimensions to the potential of Indian agricul- This confidence not only makes India self-reliant but also
ture. In this journey from seed to market, India has con- strengthens its role in global food security.
sistently increased its production capacity, even while This February 1st marks the 7th anniversary of the
facing global crises, pandemics, and natural disasters. announcement of the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi, one of
The holistic approach adopted in the agricultural the biggest steps taken to empower farmers economi-
sector over the past 11 years has placed the farmer at the cally. In this context, the transformative 11-year journey
center of the system. Today, the availability of high-qual- of agriculture and farmer welfare has become the cover
ity seeds is being ensured for farmers to strengthen the story of this issue.
foundation of production. Regular financial assistance In addition, read about Tilka Majhi, the hero of the
is being provided through the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Santhal rebellion in the personality section. A feature on
Samman Nidhi scheme, empowering small and marginal the PM Surya Ghar Yojana; the milestone of Vande Bharat
farmers. The Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana provides Express; and Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s special
a safety cover against losses due to natural calamities, articles on Somnath and the Kashi-Tamil Sangamam, are
reducing risk and increasing confidence in farming. the other highlights.
Along with this, special attention has been given to A tribute from a grateful nation on the death anni-
strengthening agricultural infrastructure through initiatives versary of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya, the pioneer of
like the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund. The expansion of Antyodaya, on February 11th on the inside cover and
storage, cold chain, and processing facilities is enabling special content on the 50th raising day of the Indian Coast
farmers to get better prices for their produce. Digital plat- Guard on February 1st, 2026 are also part of this issue.
forms and initiatives like the National Agriculture Market Keep sending us your suggestions.
(e-NAM) have connected farmers to a transparent and
wider market. This reduced dependence on middlemen,
allowing farmers to connect directly with buyers.
The government has viewed agriculture not merely
as a traditional activity, but as a strong foundation for
rural prosperity. By promoting sectors such as animal (Dhirendra Ojha)

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