On March 1, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a post-budget webinar focusing on agriculture and rural prosperity, underscoring the government’s commitment to transforming India into a developed nation with empowered and prosperous farmers.
Highlighting the pivotal role of agriculture in national development, PM Modi stated, “We have considered agriculture as the first engine of development, giving farmers a place of pride.” He emphasized the dual objectives of advancing the agricultural sector and enhancing village prosperity, reflecting the government’s clear resolve toward a developed India.
The Prime Minister introduced the ‘PM Dhan Dhanya Krishi Yojana’ in the recent Union Budget, aiming to focus on the development of 100 districts with the lowest agricultural productivity. He also highlighted the government’s dedication to enriching the rural economy, mentioning initiatives like the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Gramin, which provides housing to millions of the underprivileged, and the ownership scheme that grants ‘Record of Rights’ to property owners.
PM Modi acknowledged the valuable inputs from stakeholders in shaping the budget and called for their continued collaboration to effectively implement the outlined schemes, ensuring tangible benefits reach farmers and rural communities.
This webinar is part of a series of post-budget discussions aimed at translating the budget’s vision into actionable outcomes, with active participation from private sector experts, industry representatives, and subject matters pecialists.
