Nationwide initiative, "Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan," commences on May 29, marking a drive to modernize farming, as announced by Shivraj Singh Chouhan.
The Indian government has announced the launch of a nationwide campaign, "Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan," aimed at bolstering the country's agricultural sector. The initiative, set to run from May 29 to June 12, 2025, will be conducted annually before the Kharif and Rabi sowing seasons to provide timely field-level guidance.
Addressing a press conference on May 19, 2025, Union Minister for Agriculture & Farmers Welfare and Rural Development, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, briefed the media on the campaign. The conference was held in New Delhi, marking the inauguration of the National Conference on Agriculture for the Kharif Campaign 2025.
The campaign will leverage the combined expertise of 731 Krishi Vigyan Kendras and over 16,000 scientists. These teams, consisting of at least four members each, will visit more than 65,000 villages across 723 districts, benefiting over 1.3 crore farmers across the country.
The teams will hold sessions three times a day, providing personalized guidance based on local conditions such as soil health, water resources, and rainfall patterns. They will use Soil Health Cards to recommend suitable crops, high-yielding seed varieties, efficient scientific practices, balanced fertilizer use, and methods to improve soil health and productivity.
Farmers will also have the opportunity to share their concerns and on-ground challenges, helping guide future research. This interactive approach is expected to lead to practical solutions that can reach the grassroots effectively.
The Ministry's goal is to secure nutritious food for 1.45 billion people, raise farmer incomes, and conserve natural resources for the future. The total food grain production rose from 3,157.74 lakh tonnes in 2023-24 to 3,309.18 lakh tonnes in 2024-25, a testament to the government's commitment to agricultural growth.
Kharif rice, wheat, maize, groundnut, and soybean production reached historic highs in 2024-25, contributing to stronger food reserves. Oilseeds and pulses also saw a significant increase, signaling India's progress toward becoming a global food hub.
To meet these objectives, the Ministry has laid out a six-point strategy that includes promoting organic and natural farming. The initiative aligns with the government's vision of making India a developed nation, with agriculture serving as a crucial foundation.
The "Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan" aims to strengthen Indian agriculture and pave the way for a more sustainable and prosperous future for the nation's farmers.
