Blog: Govt Schemes

What is the Modified Interest Subvention Scheme (MISS)

The modified Interest Subvention Scheme is a government scheme that is designed to provide short-term loans to farmers at a very low rate of interest. It’s an Indian scheme whose aim is to lower the interest burden on loans. This scheme helps farmers to get financial relief, as the government will pay a part of […]

SHG-Bank Credit Linkage SBI – Empowering Rural India

Self-Help Groups (SHGs) play a transformative role in empowering rural communities, particularly in enabling financial independence for marginalized individuals, especially women. Through collective savings and mutual support, SHGs have become a vital tool for socio-economic development in India. To further strengthen these groups and improve their access to financial resources, the SHG-Bank Credit Linkage program […]

Agri Infrastructure Fund (AIF) Scheme

The Agri Infrastructure Fund (AIF) Scheme is a pivotal initiative launched by the Government of India, aimed at boosting the country’s agricultural sector by providing financial support to develop infrastructure. This scheme is designed to enable farmers, Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs), and other agricultural stakeholders to build sustainable and modernized agricultural infrastructure, ultimately increasing productivity, […]

Cane Crushing at Risk: Maharashtra Sugar Mills Push for Higher MSP and Ethanol Prices

The sugar industry in Maharashtra, one of India’s largest sugar-producing states, is facing an uncertain future as the standoff over Minimum Selling Price (MSP) and ethanol pricing with the central government threatens to halt the upcoming cane crushing season. With over 200 sugar mills across the state, Maharashtra’s economy and rural livelihoods depend heavily on […]