Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav said that Madhya Pradesh is continuously achieving new milestones in development under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. The State Government is committed to the welfare of all sections of society, including farmers, women, youth and the poor. The government is making sustained efforts to enhance farmers’ income and ensure their prosperity. Chief Minister Dr. Yadav virtually addressed the Balram Krishi Mahotsav in Pandhurna from the Chief Minister’s Residence in Bhopal on Wednesday.
Farmers to Receive All Possible Assistance in Case of Low Rainfall
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that during the Year of Farmers’ Welfare, the Balram Krishi Mahotsav is serving as a platform to connect farmers with advanced agricultural technologies, natural farming practices and farmer-friendly government schemes. Pandhurna district holds an important position in the production of wheat, maize, gram, tur and oranges. Along with agriculture, farmers’ incomes and dairy production in the district are also witnessing continuous growth. In view of the low rainfall situation, a survey is being conducted. All possible assistance and facilities will be extended to farmers.
Agro-Based Industries Creating Employment Opportunities for Youth
Pandhurna district in-charge Minister Shri Pradyumn Singh Tomar, in his virtual address, said that Pandhurna is making progress not only in agriculture but also in the manufacturing of agro-based products. Various agro-based units established in the district are providing employment opportunities to local youth. He expressed gratitude to Chief Minister Dr. Yadav for facilitating free registration of villagers’ properties.
Administrator of the Madhya Pradesh State Cooperative Bank, Shri Mahendra Singh Yadav, also thanked Chief Minister Dr. Yadav for connecting farmers with modern and advanced agricultural innovations and declaring Balram Jayanti as Kisan Diwas (Farmers’ Day).
Progressive Farmers Share Their Success Stories with Chief Minister Dr. Yadav
During the Balram Krishi Mahotsav, progressive farmers from the district interacted with Chief Minister Dr. Yadav and shared their agricultural innovations and success stories.
Farmer Shri Matrulal Dongre from Bhummā village in Sausar block said he cultivates turmeric, pigeon pea, and wheat through natural farming. By undertaking value addition of his produce, he earns an annual net profit of ₹2 lakh to ₹2.5 lakh. His naturally cultivated products have reached markets in Japan and Australia. Farmer Shri Narendra Thakre from Tigaon village said that he earns an annual income of ₹15 lakh to ₹20 lakh through orange cultivation on 16 acres. He is also engaged in animal husbandry and vegetable cultivation. Smt. Roshni Narware from Pardasinga village informed that she has brought together 350 women from 14 villages to manufacture khadi products, seed balls and seed jewellery using indigenous cotton. The women are earning a good income by selling these products through online platforms.
Farmer Shri Krishna Kumar Rabde of Pandhurna has established a milk processing unit with assistance under the PMFME Scheme. He produces paneer, shrikhand, ghee and mawa, earning an annual income of ₹8 lakh to ₹10 lakh. His unit has also generated employment for 8 to 10 people. Similarly, farmer Shri Vijesh Bhade from Piplani village informed that he has established a BRC Centre under the ATMA Scheme and is practising organic farming on 2.5 acres. By adopting integrated farming, including animal husbandry and horticulture, he earns an annual income of ₹3 lakh to ₹4 lakh.
Progressive Farmers, Meritorious Students and Livestock Rearers Honoured
During the programme, progressive farmers from Pandhurna district interacted with Chief Minister Dr. Yadav and shared their agricultural innovations and success stories. Farmers who had made outstanding contributions, meritorious students and five livestock rearers were honoured. The livestock rearers were recognised for their outstanding work in rearing indigenous cows under the Gopal Krishna Gram Puraskar Yojana. Farmers attending the programme were also apprised of advanced agricultural technologies, natural farming practices, agricultural mechanisation and various farmer-friendly government schemes.
Collector Shri Neeraj Kumar Vashishtha, Cultural Cell Convenor and State In-charge of Balram Krishi Mahotsav Shri Kapil Yarde, former Minister Shri Nanabhau Mohod, Shri Sandeep Mohod, Municipal Council President Shri Sandeep Ghatode, Janpad Panchayat President Smt. Latabai Tumdam, several public representatives, and many farmers were present at the programme.
