For a farmer, timely financial support can help meet the cost of seeds, fertiliser and other seasonal needs. The transfer of the 24th instalment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi has provided such support to more than 9.34 crore farmers across the country, with 18,680 crore Rupees sent directly to their bank accounts. In Madhya Pradesh, about 80 lakh farmers are beneficiaries of the scheme, including around two lakh farmers in Ujjain district.
Direct benefit transfer reduces the role of intermediaries and makes payment more transparent. When the amount reaches a farmer’s account on time, it can help manage cultivation expenses and provide some financial security. The state’s Chief Minister Kisan Kalyan Yojana adds 6,000 Rupees a year for each farmer, taking the combined annual support to 12,000 Rupees.
Such assistance is welcome, but it cannot by itself solve the wider challenges of farming. Farmers also need reliable irrigation, quality seeds, timely credit, fair prices and strong market access. Income support becomes more meaningful when it is accompanied by these essentials.
The announcement that one arm of the elevated corridor being built from Agar Naka to Hari Phatak will be brought down to the Ujjain agricultural produce market is significant. Better access to the mandi can reduce congestion on Agar Road and allow farmers’ tractors and vehicles to reach the market directly. Improved market connectivity can save time and make it easier for farmers to sell their produce.
The real test of such infrastructure will be its completion, maintenance and usefulness for farmers. A mandi needs adequate space, transparent weighing and payment systems, storage facilities and smooth movement of vehicles. If these are addressed, better connectivity can translate into better market access.
Income support and infrastructure both matter for farmer welfare. Direct transfers provide immediate relief, while roads, irrigation and markets create longer-term opportunity. When both work together, farming can become more secure and rewarding for those who depend on it.
Author: This news is edited by: Abhishek Verma, (Editor, CANON TIMES)
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