India’s cotton area may rise 15% this year, says trade
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Summary
Early jump in Gujarat sowing, Cotton Corporation cuts price by ₹2,500 per candy to boost sales
Key Facts
Type Policy
Source BusinessLine - Economy
Published Monday, 8 June 2026
Affected Population ~350 million BPL population, 140 million elderly
Key Numbers
PM-JAY: 55 crore beneficiaries
MGNREGA: Rs 86,000 crore annual outlay
NSAP pensions: 3 crore beneficiaries
Merchandise exports: $437 billion (2024-25)
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Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right