The Karnataka state government has made an urgent appeal to the central government, requesting the immediate release of crucial financial aid under the PM-KISAN scheme. The funds are intended for 31,340 eligible farmers in the state who are yet to receive their entitled support.
What is the PM-KISAN Scheme?
Launched by the Modi government on February 24, 2019, the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) is a central sector scheme with the clear objective of providing direct income support to landholding small and marginal farmers across India. The initiative aims to safeguard farmers' welfare and ensure financial stability for those who cultivate the nation's food.
Karnataka's Persistent Appeal for Farmer Welfare
State authorities have formally communicated with the Centre, highlighting the need to expedite the disbursement process. The identified 31,340 farmers from Karnataka have been deemed fully eligible under the scheme's guidelines, but their installments remain pending. This appeal underscores the state's proactive stance in ensuring its agricultural community receives the benefits promised by the national support program.
Implications and the Road Ahead
The timely release of these funds is critical for thousands of households that rely on farming as their primary livelihood. Financial assistance from PM-KISAN is designed to help farmers meet various agricultural and personal expenses, thereby reducing economic distress. The state's push brings focus to the operational challenges in the last-mile delivery of central schemes and the continuous coordination required between state and central agencies for effective implementation. The farming community in Karnataka now awaits a positive response from the Centre to address this delay.
