ICAR Research Complex for NEH Region Organises Programme on Release of 24th PM KISAN Instalment at Umiam

The ICAR Research Complex for NEH Region, Umiam, in collaboration with the District Agriculture Office, Ri-Bhoi, and ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Ri-Bhoi, organised a live-streaming programme on the release of the 24th instalment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme. A total of 105 farmers from different villages of Ri-Bhoi district, including 31 male and 74 female farmers, participated in the programme.
The event provided farmers an opportunity to witness the nationwide release of the instalment and understand the benefits of the scheme, which provides eligible farmer families with financial assistance of ₹6,000 annually through Direct Benefit Transfer in three instalments.
Addressing the farmers, Dr. G. Kadirvel, Director, ICAR Research Complex for NEH Region, encouraged the farmers to make the best use of various government schemes, including PM-KISAN, PMFBY and PM-KUSUM. He highlighted that such initiatives, along with scientific farming practices, can help farmers reduce risks and improve their livelihoods.
Smt. Serolyne Chyne, District Agriculture Officer, Ri-Bhoi, encouraged farmers to stay connected with the Agriculture Department and actively participate in its programmes. She also stressed the importance of completing essential formalities such as e-KYC, Aadhaar seeding and bank account verification to receive scheme benefits without any difficulty.
Dr. Mokidul Islam, Principal Scientist and Head, ICAR-KVK Ri-Bhoi, highlighted the importance of PM-KISAN in providing financial support to farming families, particularly small and marginal farmers. He also emphasised the role of KVK in helping farmers adopt improved agricultural practices through training, technical guidance and demonstrations.
The participation of 74 women farmers was a special highlight of the programme, recognising the important role women play in agriculture and rural livelihoods. The programme concluded with a renewed emphasis on connecting farmers with government support schemes, scientific knowledge and opportunities for better and more sustainable livelihoods.