On May 19, 2025, Union Minister for Agriculture & Farmers Welfare and Rural Development, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, announced the launch of the Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan, set to begin on May 29, 2025, at a press conference in New Delhi. This nationwide campaign aligns with Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s vision of Viksit Bharat, emphasizing developed agriculture, modern farming practices, and prosperous farmers as the foundation for a developed India.
Objectives of the Campaign
Ensuring Food Security and Farmer Welfare
The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare aims to secure food security for India’s 1.45 billion population while enhancing farmer incomes and conserving natural resources. The campaign’s six-point strategy includes:
- Increasing agricultural production.
- Reducing production costs.
- Ensuring fair pricing for produce.
- Compensating losses from natural disasters.
- Promoting crop diversification with value addition and food processing.
- Encouraging natural and organic farming.
Record Agricultural Achievements
Boosting Production
India achieved record agricultural outputs in 2024-25, with 3309.18 lakh tonnes of food grains, up from 3157.74 lakh tonnes in 2023-24. Key crops include Kharif rice at 1206.79 lakh metric tonnes, wheat at 1154.30 lakh metric tonnes, and soybean at 151.32 lakh metric tonnes. These figures reflect India’s potential to become the Food Basket of the World through sustainable production.
| Crop | Production 2024-25 (Lakh Metric Tonnes) |
|---|---|
| Kharif Rice | 1206.79 |
| Wheat | 1154.30 |
| Kharif Maize | 248.11 |
| Groundnut | 104.26 |
| Soybean | 151.32 |
Campaign Implementation
From Lab to Land
The Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan will run annually before the Kharif and Rabi sowing seasons, starting from May 29 to June 12, 2025. It involves 2,170 expert teams comprising 16,000 agricultural scientists from ICAR’s 113 research institutes, agricultural universities, and 731 Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs). These teams will visit 65,000 villages across 723 districts, engaging over 1.3 crore farmers in daily sessions to provide tailored farming advice.
Farmer-Centric Approach
Two-Way Interaction
The campaign fosters two-way interaction, allowing farmers to share challenges like pest infestations and receive solutions based on Soil Health Cards. Experts will recommend high-yield seed varieties, sowing techniques, and balanced fertilizer use to enhance productivity and soil health. This initiative bridges the gap between scientific research and field-level needs, ensuring practical outcomes.
Collaborative Ecosystem
Uniting Stakeholders
The campaign unites ICAR, agricultural universities, state governments, innovative farmers, and FPOs to drive agricultural transformation. By aligning research with real-time farming challenges, it supports sustainable farming and positions India as a global leader in agriculture.
Key Highlights
- Announced on May 19, 2025, Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan starts May 29, 2025.
- Aims for food security, farmer prosperity, and sustainable farming.
- Record food grain production of 3309.18 lakh tonnes in 2024-25.
- 2,170 expert teams to visit 65,000 villages, engaging 1.3 crore farmers.
- Promotes crop diversification, organic farming, and cost reduction.
- Aligns with Viksit Bharat to make India the Food Basket of the World.