Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY)
- Context: The ‘Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana’ (PMKSY) has been operational for over a decade, driving irrigation-led agricultural transformation through sustainable water management and the expansion of irrigation coverage.
About PMKSY
- Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY) is a flagship irrigation scheme launched in 2015.
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- The scheme is based on the visions of “Har Khet Ko Pani” (Water to every field) and “Per Drop More Crop” (Higher yield per drop of water).
- Its primary objective is to enhance irrigation facilities and ensure the efficient use of water from the source to the field.
- The scheme adopts an integrated approach, involving the collaborative efforts of the Ministry of Jal Shakti, the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, and the Ministry of Rural Development.
- PMKSY has been active for over 10 years in improving irrigation, water management, and agricultural productivity.
Components of PMKSY
Accelerated Irrigation Benefit Programme (AIBP)
- Facilitates the timely completion of major and medium irrigation projects.
- Enhances irrigation infrastructure and increases water availability for agriculture.
- Since 2016–17, the scheme has received over ₹21,023 crore in central assistance.
- Approximately 1.73 crore (17.3 million) farmers have benefited from this scheme. The newly approved ‘Command Area Development and Water Management Modernization’ (M-CADWM) scheme supplies water through pressurized pipe networks and micro-irrigation systems.
Har Khet Ko Pani (HKKP)
- Aims to provide assured irrigation facilities by developing minor irrigation and groundwater resources.
- Supports the Repair, Renovation, and Restoration (RRR) of traditional water bodies.
- Over 3,462 surface minor irrigation and RRR projects have been completed.
Catchment Area Development Component
- Focuses on integrated catchment area management in rain-fed and resource-poor areas.
- Helps conserve soil moisture and recharge groundwater.
- Enhances climate resilience and supports sustainable agriculture.
Per Drop More Crop (PDMC)
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- Promotes micro-irrigation methods such as drip irrigation and sprinkler irrigation.
- Since 2022–23, the PDMC scheme has been integrated with PM-RKVY.
- Provides financial assistance for installing micro-irrigation systems.
- 55% subsidy for small and marginal farmers.
- 45% subsidy for other farmers.
