Dehradun, Dec. 21 -- Chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Saturday inaugurated the "Mushroom Gram" developed by MB Foods in Buggawala, Haridwar district. Speaking on the occasion, he said that this initiative is a significant step towards increasing farmers' income, strengthening the rural economy and encouraging innovation in the agricultural sector. Dhami said that mushroom production is an effective enterprise that yields more profit in less land, less water and less time, through which farmers can earn additional income. The chief minister said that through this project, youngsters and women in the area will get new self-employment opportunities and self-help groups will also gain economic strength. He expressed confidence that the "Mushroom Gram" model will become a source of inspiration for other regions of the state and provide a new direction to agriculture-based entrepreneurship. Dhami said the central government is working continuously with the goal of doubling the income of farmers. He stated that under the "Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana", financial assistance is being provided to 110 million farmers across the country, from which about 900,000 farmers of the state are also benefiting. He said that in this year's budget, increasing the limit of Kisan Credit Card from Rs.3 lakh to Rs.5 lakh is a historic decision for the farmers. He said that the state government is also working with full commitment for the upliftment of farmers. Under the "Farm Machinery Bank Yojana", a subsidy of up to 80% on agricultural equipment, interest-free loans up to Rs.3 lakh and free irrigation facilities from canals are being provided. He said that for the purpose of increasing the income of farmers, a provision of Rs.200 crore has been made for polyhouse construction, under which about 350 polyhouses have been established so far. The CM said that a bonus of Rs.20 per quintal on wheat procurement, an increase of Rs.30 per quintal in sugarcane prices, the new Apple Policy, Kiwi Policy, State Millet Mission and Dragon Fruit Policy are taking agriculture and horticulture in the state to new heights. Along with this, through "Mahak Kranti", direct benefits are being provided to thousands of farmers by promoting the cultivation of aromatic crops....