Arunachal Pradesh launches AtmaNirbhar Krishi Yojna and AtmaNirbhar Bagwani Yojna

Arunachal Pradesh government on September 3, 2021 launched two schemes, one in agriculture sector called ‘AtmaNirbhar Krishi Yojna’ and the other for horticulture named ‘AtmaNirbhar Bagwani Yojna’.

  • The schemes are part of the AtmaNirbhar program announced during the Budget session held in February this year.
  • A total amount of Rs 120 crores – Rs 60 crore for each scheme has been allocated to the two concerned departments of Agriculture and Horticulture.
  • According to the state Chief Minister Pema Khandu, these schemes will immensely benefit farmers and Self Help Groups (SHGs) across the state.
  • These two schemes are unique as these are both based on front-ended subsidies. He said credit link will be provided to the beneficiaries by SBI, Arunachal Pradesh Rural Bank and Arunachal Pradesh Cooperative Apex Bank.

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