WIRE — In good news for millions of farmers across the country, the Union Cabinet on Friday approved the extension of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN)scheme for the next five years till the 2030-31 fiscal year with an outlay of Rs 3,15,614 crore. This scheme will now be in effect from the financial years 2026-27 to 2030-31. Briefing the media, Information Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said the Cabinet has proposed a budget of over Rs 3.15 lakh crore for this scheme, ensuring eligible farmers continue to receive financial assistance as before.
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