Rajesh Aggarwal, Managing Director, Insecticides India
The continuation of flagship schemes such as the PM Kisan Samman Yojana and PM Fasal Bima Yojana, providing direct financial assistance and crop insurance respectively, exemplifies the government’s dedication to safeguarding the livelihoods of our farmers. The integration of 1,361 mandis into the Electronic National Agricultural Market, serving 1.8 crore farmers, is commendable. Furthermore, the budget’s focus on modern storage, supply chains, and branding, will encourage private and public investment in post-harvest activities.