- Transforming Farmers’ Lives Is Our Duty—Make ‘Krishak Kalyan Varsh’ Effective on Ground
- Launch Kisan Rath Campaigns—Promote Higher Production of Urad and Groundnut
- Ensure Regular Monitoring of Activities during Agricultural Year
- Visit Mandis and Focus on Value Addition of Agricultural Produce
- CM Dr. Yadav issues instructions to All Commissioners and Collectors via Video Conference for Krishak Kalyan Varsh
Bhopal, Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav has stated that caring for the well-being of farmers, the state’s annadatas, is our collective duty, and their holistic welfare is a top priority of the state government. He directed that, declaring 2026 as the Krishak Kalyan Varsh, its implementation be carried out with full dedication in mission mode to meaningfully improve farmers’ lives.
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav addressed all Divisional Commissioners and District Collectors via video conference on Saturday. He called upon all officials to make special efforts during the Krishak Kalyan Varsh to bring prosperity to farmers. The Chief Minister directed that Kisan Rath campaigns be organised and flagged off by local MPs, MLAs, and other public representatives. He instructed all Commissioners and Collectors to maintain continuous dialogue with farmers across regions.
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav urged officials to encourage farmers to increase the acreage and production of groundnut and urad in place of summer moong, promote natural and organic farming, and create awareness about the balanced use of fertilisers. He called for leveraging the e-Vikas portal to advance climate-resilient, energy-efficient, and sustainable agriculture. He also directed that more farmers in aspirational districts be benefited under ongoing central schemes, and that wide publicity be undertaken to expand production areas of pulses and oilseeds.
Emphasising the development of agro-based industries, the Chief Minister said all necessary steps should be taken in coordination with agriculture-related departments and progressive voluntary organisations. He noted that more than 15 departments—including Farmer Welfare & Agriculture Development (nodal), Horticulture & Food Processing, Animal Husbandry & Dairy, Fisheries, Water Resources, Cooperation, Energy, Revenue, Forest, Panchayat & Rural Development, and Cottage & Village Industries—will play active roles during the Kisan Kalyan Year.
Prevent Stubble Burning—Use Residue Productively
Chief Miniater Dr. Yadav directed Collectors to strictly curb stubble/narwai burning, prepare district-wise narwai management plans, and ensure productive use of crop residue. Crop residues should be channelled to nearby gaushalas, and composite biogas plants should be promoted using crop waste and dung, benefiting both farmers and cattle.
Integrated Efforts to Raise Milk & Fish Production
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav asked Collectors to make coordinated efforts to increase milk production by creating awareness among livestock rearers about breed improvement, nutrition and animal health. He also directed the expansion of fish seed production through district-level fisheries farms and the establishment of fish parlours in every urban local body, with sales restricted to designated markets. Separate funding will be provided for the fish parlours. Chief Minister Dr. Yadav instructed continuous engagement with farmers, regular monitoring of Kisan Kalyan Year activities, roster-based inspections of agricultural produce markets, and a special focus on value addition and marketing, including the development of a complete commercial value chain.
Innovation and Digital Support for Livestock Rearers
To enhance the state’s milk production capacity, Chief Minister Dr. Yadav directed the department to adopt innovative approaches and widely disseminate best practices. The Principal Secretary (Animal Husbandry) informed that a mobile app is being developed to guide livestock rearers on appropriate feed for specific cow and buffalo breeds, aimed at boosting milk yield.
Implement the Action Plan—Mobilise Resources
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav directed strict on-ground implementation of the approved Krishak Kalyan Varsh action plan, including special drives, programmes of all scales, intensive grassroots outreach, beneficiary verification and enrolment of new beneficiaries. He urged simplification and improvement of existing schemes and policies, the launch of need-based new initiatives, and the adoption of innovative activities. He also urged for PPP, recapitalisation, CSR funds and special efforts to secure grants/approvals under farmer-friendly central schemes.
Monthly Activities Announced
Reviewing monthly activities, the Chief Minister announced that in early February, a Kodo–Kutki bonus distribution will be held in Dindori. In 2025, the state procured 2,800 tonnes of Kodo–Kutki across 16 producing districts. A Rose Festival will be organised in the second week of February, followed by a state-level AgriStack & Digital Agriculture Exhibition in the Nimar region to achieve 100% farmer ID registration and integration of farmer-centric schemes with AgriStack. The month will conclude with Krishi Manthan events across districts. In March, a state-level Cooperation Conference will be held to extend new agricultural loans, deliver benefits under the Krishak Nyay Mitra initiative, and launch doorstep banking services for farmers through District Cooperative Central Banks.
Senior ministers and officials, including the Farmer Welfare & Agriculture Development Minister, Chief Secretary, Additional Chief Secretary, Principal Secretaries, senior secretaries, and commissioners, were present during the video conference.
