TNPSC Thervupettagam

PM-PRANAM and Urea Gold Schemes

July 3 , 2023 513 days 783 0
  • The Centre has approved a new scheme PM-PRANAM to incentivise states to promote alternative fertilisers and reduce the use of chemical fertilisers.
  • It is including PM-PRANAM, Urea Gold, and the subsidy for organic manure, reflect the government's commitment to promoting sustainable agriculture.
  • These initiatives include the PM-PRANAM scheme and the introduction of sulphur-coated urea (Urea Gold) to address soil deficiencies.
  • The scheme ensures the availability of fertilizer to farmers at a consistent price of Rs 242/45 kg bag (excluding taxes and neem coating charges).
  • The total outlay for urea subsidy over this period amounts to Rs 3.68 lakh crore.

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