PM Modi to release PM-KISAN 23rd instalment of ₹18,880 crore in West Bengal

New Delhi: The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme has disbursed more than Rs 4.46 lakh crore to farmers across India since its launch in 2019, according to an official fact-sheet released on Saturday. The scheme has become one of the largest Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) programmes in the world.23rd Instalment ReleasedThe government released the 23rd instalment of PM-KISAN at Tarakeswar in Hooghly district of West Bengal on Saturday.Under this instalment, around Rs 18,880 crore was transferred directly into the bank accounts of nearly 9.44 crore eligible farmers. Among the beneficiaries were more than 2.18 crore women farmers.PM Modi To Release ₹18,880 Crore PM-KISAN Aid On June 20, Over 9.44 Crore Farmers To Benefit NationwideWhat is PM-KISAN?PM-KISAN is a Central government scheme launched on February 24, 2019. It provides income support to landholding farmer families across the country.Under the scheme, each eligible farmer family receives Rs 6,000 every year. The amount is paid in three equal instalments of Rs 2,000 each through the Direct Benefit Transfer system into Aadhaar-linked bank accounts.More Than Rs 4.46 Lakh Crore DistributedThe official fact-sheet said that over Rs 4.46 lakh crore has been transferred to eligible farmers through 23 instalments so far.To receive benefits, farmers must have their land records linked to the PM-KISAN portal. They also need to connect their bank accounts with Aadhaar and complete e-KYC verification.PM Kisan 23rd Installment Expected In July, Complete e-KYC Before June 30 To Avoid Missing ₹2,000 BenefitBudget Allocation IncreasedThe Union Budget 2026-27 has allocated Rs 60,000 crore for the PM-KISAN scheme. The allocation reflects the government's continued focus on supporting farmers and improving their income security.The scheme helps farmers purchase agricultural inputs, improve crop productivity and reduce dependence on informal sources of credit.Efforts to Expand CoverageThe government has taken several steps to ensure that more eligible farmers receive benefits under the scheme.More than 5 lakh Common Service Centres have been onboarded to assist farmers with registration and e-KYC completion.During the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra, over one crore farmers were added to the scheme. More than 25 lakh farmers were included during the government's 100-day initiative.In addition, a special drive conducted in September 2024 helped add more than 30 lakh farmers by clearing pending self-registration applications.Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar: PM Kisan Beneficiaries Asked To Complete E-KYC By June 30Focus on Inclusive GrowthAccording to the government, more than 23 per cent of PM-KISAN beneficiaries are women. Officials said the scheme highlights the government's commitment to ensuring direct and transparent financial support for farmers across the country while promoting inclusive growth in the agricultural sector.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi released the 23rd instalment of the PM-Kisan scheme worth Rs 18,880 crore, benefiting over 9.44 crore farmers across the country, while unveiling various development projects in the state.

PM Modi also released the 23rd instalment of the PM-Kisan scheme worth ₹18,880 crore, benefiting over 9.44 crore farmers across the country

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will release the 23rd installment of the PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi from Tarakeswar in West Bengal's Hooghly district on June 20, marking PM Kisan Utsav Diwas across the country.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will release the 23rd instalment of the PM-Kisan scheme on June 20 in West Bengal, transferring Rs 18,880 crore to over 9.44 crore farmers. He will also launch crop insurance schemes, an Agri-Tech platform, and the National Natural Farming Mission, alongside inaugurating rural road projects.

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will release the 23rd instalment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme on June 20 during his visit to Hooghly district in West Bengal.Under the scheme, Rs 18,880 crore will be transferred directly into the bank accounts of more than 9.44 crore farmers across the country through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system.The government said the transfer will help strengthen the income security of small and marginal farmers.₹18,640 Crore Released To 9.32 Crore Farmers Under PM-KISAN, PM Modi Transfers 22nd Installment During Assam EventWest Bengal Farmers to Receive Rs 907 CroreAccording to Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, more than 45.35 lakh farmers in West Bengal will receive benefits worth around Rs 907 crore under the latest instalment.With this disbursement, the total amount transferred to farmers in the state under PM-KISAN will cross Rs 15,055 crore.At the national level, total payments made under the scheme since its launch in 2019 will exceed Rs 4.46 lakh crore.Crop Insurance Schemes to Be LaunchedDuring the visit, the Prime Minister will also launch the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) and the Restructured Weather-Based Crop Insurance Scheme (RWBCIS) in West Bengal.PM Kisan 22nd Installment Expected In March 2026, ₹2,000 To Be Credited Under ₹6,000 Annual DBT SchemeThe two schemes have a combined outlay of about Rs 12,200 crore.The government aims to provide crop insurance coverage to around 1.10 crore farmers across 30 lakh hectares during 2026-27. Crops worth nearly Rs 28,140 crore are expected to be covered under the programme.Focus on Technology and Natural FarmingModi will launch an Agri-Tech platform under the Digital Agriculture Mission.The platform will provide services related to fertiliser distribution, Kisan Credit Cards, DBT benefits and minimum support price (MSP) procurement through a single interface.He will also launch the National Natural Farming Mission in the state. Under the programme, 346 natural farming clusters covering 17,300 hectares will be developed during 2026-27.The initiative is expected to benefit about 43,250 farmers through training, bio-input support and market linkages.₹2,000 PM Kisan Instalment At Risk For 30 Lakh Farmers, 9 Crore Beneficiaries Await 22nd Payment Release DateRural Infrastructure Gets a BoostThe Prime Minister will also launch the Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhanya Krishi Yojana in Purulia, Darjeeling, Alipurduar and Jhargram districts.In addition, he will inaugurate 49 road projects worth more than Rs 213 crore under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY)-III, covering more than 315 km to improve rural connectivity, market access, education and healthcare services.