Tag: farmer empowerment

Chhattisgarh’s cooperative movement is emerging as the backbone of rural economic transformation under the vision of “Sahkar Se Samriddhi,” strengthening farmer empowerment, rural entrepreneurship, and inclusive development through modern cooperative reforms.

In a powerful sign of transformation in Naxal-affected Bastar, Sukma farmer Koyna Baghel purchased a tractor after selling 50 quintals of paddy, with payment credited within 48 hours. The story reflects Chhattisgarh’s evolving rural economy under Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai’s governance and farm reforms.

In Rajnandgaon district, over 1.17 lakh farmers have registered on the Agristek portal for Kharif 2024-25, marking 94% coverage. The registration drive, conducted in mission mode, aimed to ensure that every farmer benefits from procurement schemes, with pending cases due to technical issues expected to be resolved soon.

In a major step towards modernizing agriculture in Rajnandgaon, the government has disbursed ₹3.31 crore in subsidies under the Agricultural Mechanization Sub-Mission. This initiative aims to equip farmers with advanced machinery like tractors and harvesters, enhancing productivity, reducing labor, and promoting sustainable farming. The scheme reflects the government’s commitment to empowering farmers with technology-driven solutions for long-term growth and food security.