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KVK Kiphire organizes live telecast release of PM-KISAN

DIMAPUR

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Kiphire, in collaboration with Agricultural Technology Management Agency (ATMA), organized live telecast of the 20th installment release of Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme on August 2, at KVK campus.
A press release by KVK Kiphire informed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi, from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, digitally released the 20th installment of the PM-KISAN scheme, benefitting over 9.70 crore farmers across the country.
The scheme aims to provide financial assistance of Rs. 6,000 annually in three equal installments to eligible farming families, helping them meet agricultural and household needs.
During the event at Kiphire, welcome address was delivered by Senior Scientist & Head, KVK Kiphire, followed by technical sessions on government schemes and improved farming practices.
Officials from KVK and ATMA also sensitized farmers about scheme’s features, eligibility criteria, and digital registration process, while feedback and queries were addressed in interactive session, ensuring farmers had clarity on availing benefits under the scheme.
Speaking on the occasion, KVK team highlighted the role of such support in strengthening farmer welfare and doubling farmers’ income, especially in remote and aspirational districts like Kiphire.
The event concluded with a vote of thanks, emphasizing continued coordination between institutions like KVK, ATMA, and local administration to ensure last-mile delivery of central schemes.
The event witnessed participation of 219 farmers from various villages across the district.

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