Current Affairs - Agriculture - Discussion

The Union Cabinet approved the Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses, aiming to strengthen India’s self-reliance in this vital agricultural sector. With an outlay of ₹11,440 crore for 2025-26 to 2030-31, the mission targets a production of 350 lakh tonnes of pulses, reducing dependency on imports and ensuring stable incomes for 2 crore farmers. The initiative includes assured procurement of key pulses like Tur, Urad, and Masoor under the Price Support Scheme (PSS) for the next four years. This program is a strategic effort to boost domestic production, enhance food security, and support the livelihoods of pulse farmers across India.