Centre Expands Farm Support to Boost Rural Livelihoods

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said the government is helping farmers and rural families in several ways.

The Centre is working with state governments on agriculture, dairy and fisheries.

Mobile veterinary units and veterinarians will provide support in districts.

Andhra Pradesh is planning a large horticulture project across 10 districts.

The project is expected to use modern technology and save water.

The government also wants farming to cope better with extreme heat and dry weather.

Some schemes turn rural waste into biogas and provide solar power for irrigation.

Crop insurance is also available to help protect farmers from losses.