Bharatiya Janata Party · Lok Sabha General Election 2024
Last updated 2 Jun 2026
“We will encourage farmers to use high-yielding, climate resilient and bio-fortified varieties of seeds.”
The pledge is being actively delivered. On 11 August 2024 the PM released 109 high-yielding, climate-resilient and bio-fortified varieties across 61 crops (34 field and 27 horticultural), developed by ICAR, with explicit promotion through programmes such as Mid-Day Meal and Anganwadi to address malnutrition and directions to KVKs to spread awareness. Continued release and promotion of such varieties reflects clear action on the commitment. Fulfilled (with ongoing release of further varieties).
PM releases 109 high-yielding, climate-resilient and bio-fortified varieties of 61 crops (ICAR-developed) at IARI, New Delhi.
View sourceWe will introduce drones, biosecurity measures and advanced disease-management technologies to strengthen aquaculture and protect the fisheries sector.
We will leverage satellite imagery and communication technology to enhance the safety of our fishermen at sea, providing timely alerts and information.
We will establish Nucleus Breeding Centres and Brood Banks to ensure availability of quality fish seed and broodstock for self-reliance in the fisheries sector.
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