Key Highlights of the Report:

• Out of the first ‘Mother Sanction’ installment of ₹360.22 crore received from the Center, 53% (₹190.45 crore) has been successfully utilized.
• The Agriculture Commissioner issued strict instructions to expedite ongoing agricultural construction works, laboratories, and training centers across various districts.
• Orders were issued to immediately clear all pending payments and liabilities from the financial year 2025-26.
• A roadmap was discussed to request the next installment (Mother Sanction) from the Central Government following the 100% utilization of the current budget.

Close Monitoring of Budget and Expenditure

During the meeting, a point-by-point review of the projects approved under the Annual Action Plan (AAP) and Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the financial year 2026-27 was conducted. Presenting the data, officials reported that out of the ₹360.22 crore received from the Government of India in the first phase, ₹190.45 crore has been spent so far. The Agriculture Commissioner gave clear instructions to all project in-charges to utilize the remaining funds within the stipulated timeframe and achieve the set targets at all costs.

Concern Over Delays in Construction Work

While assessing the progress of departmental schemes, Shri Goyal expressed his displeasure over the slow pace of agricultural infrastructure under construction in various districts. He explicitly directed the officials that the work on laboratories and training centers must be completed without any unnecessary delay, and there should be no compromise on the quality of construction.

Pending Payments to be Cleared Soon

The issue of pending liabilities from the previous financial year (2025-26) was also prominently raised in the meeting. The Agriculture Commissioner ordered the immediate release of stalled funds to eligible beneficiaries and concerned agencies. He emphasized that delays in payments create unnecessary hurdles in the implementation of schemes, which will not be tolerated.

Primary Goal: Increasing Farmers’ Income

Concluding the review, the Agriculture Commissioner reiterated that the core objective of the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana is to strengthen the state’s agricultural infrastructure, promote the adoption of modern technologies, and boost the income of farmers. He called upon all officials to bring the upcoming month’s action plans to the ground level through regular monitoring and ensure their active participation in the holistic development of the agricultural sector.

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