VACB launches ‘Operation Earth Guard’ to curb illegal soil mining in Kerala
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Summary
VACB launches ‘Operation Earth Guard’ to curb illegal soil mining in Kerala
Key Facts
Type Policy
Source Hindustan Times - India
Published Monday, 20 April 2026
Affected Population ~150 million farming households, 42% of workforce
Key Numbers
Agri budget: Rs 1.52 lakh crore (2025-26)
MSP for 23 crops
PM-KISAN: Rs 6,000/year to 9 crore farmers
PM-JAY: 55 crore beneficiaries
Key Authorities
Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right