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Yogi Govt Opens Coffers for Farmers: Loans, Taxi Services, Insurance & More Benefits
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News18•23-09-2026, 11:41
Yogi Govt Opens Coffers for Farmers: Loans, Taxi Services, Insurance & More Benefits
- •Yogi Adityanath government has made a significant decision for farmers, announcing coverage for their farming-related expenses.
- •Under the Krishi Samriddhi Yojana, small and marginal farmers will receive agricultural loans up to Rs 6 lakh at an annual interest rate of 6%.
- •This new scheme will provide relief from the current 11-11.50% interest rates, with the government approving a Rs 384 crore plan.
- •The scheme aims to benefit approximately 5 lakh farmers in the next five years, including interest subsidies for indebted farmers paying installments on time.
- •An online portal, Fertilizer Setu mobile app, UPCDC mobile app, and Bharat Taxi Seva will also be launched, offering Rs 5 lakh insurance coverage to taxi drivers.
Key Questions Answered
Under the Krishi Samriddhi Yojana, eligible small and marginal farmers will be provided with loans of up to Rs 6 lakh for agriculture and related development works at a reduced interest rate of 6 percent per annum.
The Chief Minister Krishi Samriddhi Yojana aims to benefit approximately 5 lakh farmers in the state over the next five years.
The Bharat Taxi Seva provides insurance coverage of up to Rs 5 lakh to participating taxi drivers, and no commission will be charged from the drivers.
