1. 11 crore farmers get unique IDs before March 2027 deadline

11 crore farmers get unique IDs before March 2027 deadline

India

  • The Centre achieved its target of creating 11 crore Farmer IDs nationwide on October 23.
  • Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced the achievement, five months before the March 2027 deadline.
  • Farmer IDs aim to ensure transparent delivery of benefits under various government schemes.
  • The IDs can help farmers access bank loans, crop insurance, disaster relief and sell produce.

Source: newsonair.gov.in

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