News India Live, Digital Desk: The Uttar Pradesh government has taken an important step for the economic security of farmers and their protection from natural disasters. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday distributed funds to the beneficiaries under two major schemes. On this occasion, CM said that “Annadata farmers are the basis of the prosperity of the state and protecting their interests is the top priority of the double engine government.”
Benefits received under these two schemes
| name of the scheme | total amount distributed | number of beneficiaries | Benefit Statement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime Minister Crop Insurance Scheme (PMFBY) | ₹285 crore | 2.51 lakh farmers | Compensation for crop losses due to disasters like unseasonal rain, hailstorm and drought. |
| Chief Minister Farmer Accident Welfare Scheme | ₹175 crore | 3,500 families | Financial assistance (about ₹ 5 lakh per family) to the families of farmers who lose their lives or become disabled in accidents during farming. |
Key Highlights of the Program
Got money without going to office: The Chief Minister said that with the use of technology, farmers no longer need to visit government offices for compensation. After assessing the loss through satellite and digital data, money is being sent directly to bank accounts.
Aapda Mitra Programme: During the program, CM met 29,772 people from 25 districts. ‘Disaster Friends’ Emphasis was also laid on the training of youth of NSS, NCC, and Scout Guides, who will be the first to reach for help at the time of any natural disaster.
Expansion of Agricultural Infrastructure: Along with distributing the assistance amount, the CM also laid the foundation stone of new agriculture offices and soil testing labs in Baghpat, Shamli, Kasganj and Bhadohi.
Chief Minister Farm Security Scheme: Protection from wild animals (Update 2026)
Giving relief to the farmers, the Chief Minister ‘Farm Security Scheme’ Also mentioned. Government to save crops from stray and wild animals Solar Fencing Giving huge subsidy on:
Grant: Per hectare cost to small and marginal farmers 60% or maximum ₹1.43 lakh Grant up to.
Speciality: It has a current of 12 volts which only scares away the animals and does not harm them.
How to check your name?
If you are also a beneficiary of these schemes, then you can check your status. UP Agriculture Portal (upagriculture.com) You can check by visiting or checking the ‘PM Kisan’ status of your bank account.
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