Agriculture & Rural Development Family to Implement PM Modi’s ‘Shakti Ki Saptadhara’ Pledge
Summary
- The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, led by Minister Shivraj Singh Chauhan, has been assigned to realise the Prime Minister’s ‘Shakti Ki Saptadhara’ commitment.
- The pledge envisions seven thrust areas – enhanced credit, irrigation, technology adoption, market access, digital services, skill development and infrastructure – to boost agricultural productivity and rural livelihoods.
- Implementation will involve coordinated action across central and state governments, with an emphasis on farmer‑friendly schemes such as PM‑Kisan, PM‑Gati Shakti and Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana.
- A monitoring framework will track progress through regular reports to the Prime Minister’s Office and the Finance Ministry.
Key Facts
- · Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development: Shivraj Singh Chauhan
- · Pledge name: ‘Shakti Ki Saptadhara’ (Seven Streams of Power)
- · Seven focus areas: credit, irrigation, technology, market access, digital services, skill development, infrastructure
- · Key related schemes: PM‑Kisan, PM‑Gati Shakti, Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana
- · Monitoring mechanism involves quarterly review by the PMO
Why it matters
The initiative directly addresses core issues of agricultural growth and rural development, which are pivotal for food security, employment and India's GDP. Understanding the scheme helps aspirants answer questions on government programmes, inter‑ministerial coordination and rural economy reforms.
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