Some Farmers’ Income Doubled, Says Shivraj Singh Chouhan in Lok Sabha

New Delhi: Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Tuesday informed the Lok Sabha that the income of some farmers in India has doubled, attributing the progress to key policy decisions taken by the Central government under Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Speaking in the House, Chouhan highlighted that the government has implemented several reforms aimed at improving farmers’ earnings and ensuring fair returns for their produce. He stated that the Minimum Support Price (MSP) has been fixed at least 50% above the cost of production, which has significantly benefited farmers across the country.

The minister also pointed to various government schemes designed to support agricultural income, including PM-AASHA, Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana, Bhavantar Yojana, and the Market Intervention Scheme (MIS). According to him, these initiatives have played a crucial role in strengthening the agricultural sector.

Chouhan further noted that the government has undertaken record procurement at MSP, ensuring direct financial benefits to farmers. He also emphasized the introduction of the Digital Farmer ID system, which enables faster and more transparent delivery of government assistance.

Addressing concerns related to crop losses, the minister said that satellite-based remote sensing technology is being used to assess damage more efficiently, helping farmers receive insurance claims without delays.

Providing details on the crop insurance scheme, Chouhan said that during the NDA government’s tenure, farmers have paid over Rs. 36,000 crore in premiums, while insurance claims worth more than Rs.1,92,000 crore have been credited directly to their accounts.

Reaffirming the government’s commitment, Chouhan stated that several steps have been taken to ensure farmers receive fair prices for their produce, and more farmer-friendly policies are expected in the future.