New Delhi, July 16 -- In a significant decision, the Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved 'Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana' for a period of six years, beginning with 2025-26, to cover 100 districts.

Briefing reporters after the cabinet meeting, Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana draws inspiration from NITI Aayog's Aspirational District Programme and is the first of its kind, focusing exclusively on agriculture and allied sectors.

He said the scheme will be implemented through convergence of 36 existing schemes across 11 departments, other state schemes and local partnerships with the private sector.

The scheme aims to enhance agricultural productivity, increase...