Archive · 11 Jun 2025
Himachal Pradesh Prioritizes Rural Economy and Farmers
Himachal Pradesh is working to help its farmers and make the state better.
They are giving farmers money for their crops grown without chemicals.
They are also making sure farmers can sell their products easily and at fair prices.
The government is selling organic flour under the Him-Bhog brand.
They want to help farmers earn more money and protect the environment.
They are also providing MSP for raw turmeric.
Himachal Pradesh aims to become self-reliant and prosperous by strengthening its rural economy.
The state government provides Minimum Support Price (MSP) for organic products.
The MSP for maize was increased to Rs 40 per kg, and for wheat to Rs 60 per kg.
The government introduced Him-Bhog Him-Makki maize flour, promoting sustainable agriculture.
The government aims to connect 9.61 lakh farmers with natural farming.
- Who
- The Himachal Pradesh government and its Chief Minister, Sukhvinder Sukhu.
- What
- Himachal Pradesh is focusing on strengthening its rural economy and supporting farmers.
- When
- The initiatives are currently ongoing.
- Where
- Himachal Pradesh.
- Why
- To make Himachal a self-reliant, prosperous state and empower farmers.
Farmers
Government
Economic Stability
Farmers
Increased income and financial stability
Government
Fair prices for produce and crop insurance
- Population Dependent on Agriculture
- Over 80%
- MSP for Maize increase
- From Rs 30 to Rs 40 per kg
- MSP for Wheat increase
- From Rs 40 to Rs 60 per kg
- MSP for Raw Turmeric
- Rs 90 per kg
- Farmers Connected to Natural Farming
- Targeting 9.61 lakh
