Modi government raises agriculture budget five-fold to ₹1.4 lakh crore in 12 years
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Summary
The official booklet highlights key farm initiatives such as PM-KISAN, fertiliser subsidies, MSP procurement, crop insurance, organic farming, digital reforms, record foodgrain output and rising exports
Key Facts
Type Budget
Source BusinessLine - Economy
Published Wednesday, 10 June 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
Rs 15,000 crore for Digital India initiatives
Key Authorities
Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right