Pradhan Mantri Dhan Dhanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY) | 19 Jul 2025

Why in News? 

The Uttar Pradesh government has submitted a detailed proposal to the Centre to secure a significant share in the newly launched Pradhan Mantri Dhan Dhanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY) for boosting agricultural productivity. 

Key Points 

About Pradhan Mantri Dhan Dhanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY) 

• About: PMDDKY is a comprehensive farm programme designed to enhance productivity, promote sustainable practices, and improve livelihoods. 
  • It was originally announced in the Union Budget 2025–26 and has an annual outlay of Rs 24,000 crore for six years, starting from 2025–26.  
  • It targets 100 underperforming districts to boost farm productivity through better irrigation, storage, and credit access while promoting sustainable practices. 
  • It merges 36 schemes from 11 Union Ministries to create a unified agricultural support system.  
  • It is inspired by NITI Aayog’s Aspirational Districts Programme. 
• District Selection Criteria: 
  • Low Agricultural Productivity: Districts with low agricultural output per hectare. 
  • Low Cropping Intensity: Regions with limited crop variety or insufficient crop cycles per year. 
  • Limited Credit Disbursement: Areas with restricted access to financial resources for farmers. 
  • State Representation: Selection will consider the share of Net Cropped Area and operational holdings in each state/union territory. A minimum of one district will be selected from each state to ensure balanced regional development. 
• Implementation and Monitoring: 
  • District Agriculture and Allied Activities Plans: Each district will have a dedicated plan developed by the District Dhan Dhaanya Samiti, including progressive farmers as members. The plans will align with national goals like crop diversification, water conservation, and agricultural self-sufficiency. 
  • Monitoring and Evaluation: Progress will be tracked using 117 Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) via a dedicated dashboard, with monthly reviews. 
    • Central Nodal Officers will be appointed for each district for smooth implementation. NITI Aayog will provide regular guidance and review district plans. 
  • Committees at Various Levels: Committees at the district, state, and national levels will oversee the planning, implementation, and monitoring of progress to ensure the scheme’s effectiveness. 
• Expected Outcomes: 
  • Farmer Beneficiaries: Approximately 1.7 crore farmers across India are expected to benefit directly. 
  • Integration of Allied Sectors: The scheme integrates sectors like livestock, dairy, and fisheries to enhance value and create local livelihoods. 
  • Focus Areas: It emphasizes post-harvest storage, improved irrigation, easier credit access, and the promotion of natural and organic farming, ultimately enhancing rural economic resilience. 

About State Government’s Preparation 

• The Uttar Pradesh (UP) government has initiated planning to secure a significant share of the scheme’s benefits. 
• UP’s agriculture department has reviewed field details and submitted an exhaustive proposal to the Centre for the successful implementation of the scheme. 
• UP, being a key agricultural state, is expected to receive a prominent share of the scheme’s allocation.