Current Affairs - National - Discussion

The PM-AASHA scheme, or Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay SanraksHan Abhiyan, aims to ensure remunerative prices for farmers' produce. Introduced in September 2018, it comprises three key components: Price Support Scheme (PSS), Price Deficiency Payment Scheme (PDPS), and Pilot of Private Procurement & Stockist Scheme (PPPS). The scheme has been allocated ₹35,000 crore until 2025-26 to support farmers. By providing fair prices, PM-AASHA seeks to safeguard farmers' incomes and promote agricultural growth. This initiative demonstrates the government's commitment to farmers' welfare and agricultural development.