

Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently called for suggestions from stakeholders to improve the effectiveness of ongoing agricultural schemes and ensure the swift implementation of this year's budget. Speaking at a webinar on "Agriculture and Rural Prosperity," he emphasized the importance of agriculture as a key driver of growth. Modi stressed the need to boost pulse production to lessen import reliance and urged the private sector to invest in high-yield crop seeds. He encouraged participants to identify challenges in budget execution rather than creating new proposals, highlighting the importance of action in achieving rural prosperity.