Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav announced the simultaneous release of the 14th and 15th installments, transferring a total of ₹3,308 crore to over 8.27 million farmers during the Balram Agriculture Festival. The package also includes a ₹4,000 honorarium per farmer and new daytime irrigation power supply.

Key Takeaways

  • ₹3,308 crore transferred to the bank accounts of 8.27 million farmers via Direct Benefit Transfer.
  • Both the 14th and 15th installments of the CM Kisan Kalyan Scheme were released together.
  • Each farmer receives an additional ₹4,000 honorarium and daytime electricity for irrigation.

Historical Background

The CM Kisan Kalyan Scheme was launched by the Madhya Pradesh government in 2012 to boost farmer incomes and promote modern agricultural practices. Initially, the state provided an annual assistance of ₹6,000 per eligible farmer, which, when combined with the central PM‑KISAN’s ₹6,000, totals ₹12,000 per year.

Key Scheme Details

On 28 July, during the Balram Agriculture Festival in Khandwa, Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav announced the simultaneous disbursement of the 14th and 15th installments, sending ₹3,308 crore to the accounts of more than 8.27 million farmers. The release also includes a ₹4,000 honorarium, raising the annual benefit per farmer to ₹12,000.

The state has expanded irrigated land from 44 lakh hectares in 2002‑03 to 65 lakh hectares today, adding over 10 lakh hectares in just the past two and a half years. Additional announcements include daytime electricity for irrigation and a push to double dairy production from 9% to 20% of the state’s output.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that releasing two installments together not only streamlines administration but also improves cash flow for farmers, enabling timely investment in seeds, fertilizers, and technology.

The simultaneous release of two installments sets a new benchmark for direct benefit transfers in Indian agriculture.
Did You Know?: Madhya Pradesh added over 21 lakh hectares of irrigated area in the last 2.5 years, potentially boosting crop yields by up to 15%.

Frequently Asked Questions

Question 1: How much total money was transferred under the CM Kisan Kalyan Scheme?

Answer: A total of ₹3,308 crore was transferred to the bank accounts of over 8.27 million farmers as part of the 14th and 15th installments.

Question 2: How can farmers verify that the amount has been credited to their accounts?

Answer: Farmers can check their updated bank passbook, ATM receipt, mobile or net‑banking statements to confirm the credit.