Certainly, I can provide an article on Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana (PM-KISAN) status query.
PM-KISAN was launched in February 2019 with the aim to provide financial support to small and marginal farmers across India. Under this scheme, eligible farmers receive ₹6,000 ($82) per year in three equal installments of ₹2,000 each directly into their bank accounts.
The scheme has been a game-changer for India’s agricultural sector and has benefited over 11 crore farmers across the country. However, some farmers have been facing issues with the implementation of the scheme and have raised queries regarding their eligibility and payment status.
To address these concerns, the government has set up a dedicated portal – PM-KISAN Samman Nidhi – where farmers can check their eligibility and payment status. The portal requires farmers to provide their Aadhar card number, bank account details, and their mobile number registered with Aadhar to access the information.
Apart from the portal, farmers can also reach out to their local agricultural offices, government helplines, or contact the PM-KISAN toll-free number (18001155266) to inquire about their status.
As of August 2021, over ₹1.16 lakh crore ($15.7 billion) has been disbursed to beneficiaries under the PM-KISAN scheme. The government has also recently announced an additional outlay of ₹23,220 crore ($3.1 billion) for the scheme, which will benefit around 9.5 crore farmers in the country.
In conclusion, PM-KISAN has been instrumental in providing financial assistance to small and marginal farmers in India. While farmers facing issues with the scheme can easily check their eligibility and payment status through the dedicated portal, the government must also continue to ensure smooth implementation of the scheme to benefit more farmers.