New Delhi, Feb. 1 -- The Union government has introduced the PM Dhan Dhaanya Krishi Yojana, a new initiative aimed at improving agricultural conditions in 100 districts that have low productivity, moderate crop intensity, and below-average access to credit.

The scheme is likely to help nearly 1.7 crore farmers across these districts and help them improve their incomes and agriculture sustainability.

The scheme has been developed on the lines of Aspirational Districts Program and aims to uplift farmers in underdeveloped agricultural regions. PM Dhan Dhaanya Krishi Yojana will be implemented in partnership with state governments and will focus in sustainable farming practices and generating livelihood in rural areas.

The scheme will lay ...