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flag India boosts farmers' income with expanded MSP procurement, crop insurance reforms, and shift incentives.

flag India's government, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is prioritizing farmers' income and security through integrated farming models combining crops, livestock, and other activities to boost smallholders' earnings. flag The Union Agriculture Minister announced expanded procurement at Minimum Support Price (MSP) for major crops, including historic levels for wheat, paddy, pulses, and oilseeds, with full purchase of registered pulses. flag Tobacco farmers are being encouraged to shift to alternatives like maize, cotton, and soybean. flag Crop insurance reforms under PMFBY now require claims within 21 days, with 12% interest for delays, and payouts for single-farmer losses. flag Digital monitoring via the Krishi Rakshak Portal and Direct Benefit Transfer ensure transparency and reduce corruption.

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