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RKVY & Krishi Unnati Review 2026 – Government Push for MSP Procurement and Pulses Self-Reliance

Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan held a virtual meeting with state agriculture ministers to review RKVY and Krishi Unnati schemes. The government emphasized full fund utilisation by March 31 and approved large-scale procurement of gram, mustard, and lentil for Rabi 2026 under PM-AASHA. A major highlight is the “Self-Reliance in Pulses Mission”, aiming to procure all pulses from registered farmers by 2030-31. The initiative focuses on ensuring MSP-based income security, boosting domestic production, and reducing import dependency.

The Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan conducted a virtual meeting on 24 February 2026 with state agriculture ministers. The meeting reviewed the progress of two major schemes: Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY) and Krishi Unnati.

The government stressed full utilisation of funds before March 31 to ensure benefits reach farmers. These schemes aim to improve agricultural productivity, infrastructure, and farmer income.

A key decision was large-scale procurement under PM-AASHA during Rabi 2026:

  • Gram, mustard, and lentil procurement approved
  • Ensures farmers receive Minimum Support Price (MSP)
  • Protects farmers from market price fluctuations

The Price Support Scheme (PSS) is used when market prices fall below MSP. It guarantees remunerative prices to farmers.

Another major initiative is the “Self-Reliance in Pulses Mission”:

  • Target year: 2030-31
  • 100% procurement of pulses like arhar, urad, lentil
  • Focus on reducing imports and boosting domestic production

This mission will encourage farmers to grow pulses, improve soil health, and increase income. It also supports food security and nutritional goals.

🔑 Key Points

  • RKVY – Agriculture development scheme
  • Krishi Unnati – Umbrella scheme with multiple sub-schemes
  • PM-AASHA – Price support mechanism
  • MSP ensures minimum income to farmers
  • Pulses Mission targets import reduction
  • Procurement stabilises market prices
  • Focus on farmer income and productivity
  • Strong Centre-State coordination required

🧠 Concept Link (Very Important)

  • MSP (Minimum Support Price) – fixed price for crops
  • Direct procurement – government buys produce
  • Price Support Scheme (PSS) – activates when prices fall
  • Crop diversification – shifting to pulses improves soil
  • Food security – ensuring stable food supply
  • Agricultural subsidies – government support to farmers

❓ Practice Questions (MCQ)

1.PM-AASHA scheme is related to:
A) Irrigation
B) Price support
C) Insurance
D) Export promotion

Answer: B

2.Self-Reliance in Pulses Mission target year is:
A) 2025
B) 2027
C) 2030-31
D) 2035

Answer: C

3.MSP stands for:
A) Minimum Support Price
B) Market Selling Price
C) Maximum Support Price
D) Minimum Selling Policy

Answer: A

4.RKVY scheme is related to:
A) Industry
B) Agriculture
C) Education
D) Health

Answer: B

5.Price Support Scheme is activated when:
A) Prices rise
B) Prices fall below MSP
C) Demand increases
D) Exports increase

Answer: B

📜 Previous Year Question (Similar Type)

1. What is the objective of MSP?
Answer: To ensure minimum price to farmers

2. Which scheme ensures price support to farmers?
Answer: PM-AASHA

⚠️ Examiner Trap

Students often confuse MSP with market price; MSP is government-fixed minimum price.

🧭 Exam Tip

Focus on schemes (RKVY, PM-AASHA), MSP concept, and pulses mission targets.

🏷️ Topics Covered

  • RKVY
  • Krishi Unnati
  • PM-AASHA
  • MSP
  • Pulses Mission
  • Agriculture Schemes
  • Food Security
  • Price Support