Bharatiya Janata Party · Lok Sabha General Election 2024
Last updated 10 Dec 2024
“We are committed to doubling the income of our farmers by 2024. Through improved market access via e-NAM, enhanced MSP procurement, crop insurance under PM Fasal Bima Yojana, and investment in irrigation infrastructure, every kisaan will see their real income double compared to 2015-16 levels.”
The government claims nominal farm income doubled using Situation Assessment Survey data, but independent economists dispute this, noting real income adjusted for inflation shows only 30-40% growth.
Opposition raises issue in Parliament Winter Session; demands white paper on farmer income calculation methodology.
View sourceICAR study disputes government methodology; estimates real farmer income growth at 33% over 2015-16 baseline.
View sourceGovernment releases Situation Assessment Survey of Agricultural Households 2024 claiming significant income gains.
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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