The Indian farmer has been called “Annadata,” food provider since time immemorial, and that has become a venerable axiom. A newer fact is catching up pace with it. Increasingly, that same farmer is also becoming a power producer, and the country’s energy planners have sit up and taken notice. The pump that pays for itself Nearly one million standalone solar pumps have now been installed under the PM-KUSUM scheme, and more than 1.1 million grid-connected pumps have been solarised, adding over ten thousand megawatts of clean energy capacity. The initiative has cut diesel use, stabilised irrigation costs and opened new income streams in rural areas. Each solarised pump represents a farmer who no longer budgets for diesel, and in many cases, one who now has surplus power to sell back to the grid. This is a renaissance of sorts. I feel very gratified at this national achievement and whatever contribution my company has been able to extend towards energy independence of our farmers. Beyond the individual pump What makes this moment different is the range of pathways now open to farmers. Standalone solar pumps replace diesel irrigation where grid access is weak. Solarisation of existing grid-connected pumps lets farmers irrigate...

PM Modi's Independence Day Speech: On this 79th Independence Day, PM Narendra Modi took a heartfelt moment to honour the farmers — the people who truly keep Bharat moving forward. Speaking from the Red Fort, he reminded everyone how tough the colonial times were, leaving the country struggling. But it was our farmers’ hard work that filled the nation’s granaries and made sure India could feed itself. Notably, Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a 103-minute Independence Day speech from the ramparts of the Red Fort, the longest by any prime minister in India's history.

Amaravati, March 17, 2026: The Andhra Pradesh government conducted its "Raithanna Mee Kosam" outreach in Venkupalem village, Anakapalli rural mandal, on March 16. The program brings officials directly to farmers to explain state welfare initiatives, modern farming methods, and core principles for long-term success. Mines and Geology Minister Kollu Ravindra addressed attendees, stressing the coalition government's commitment to agriculture. He highlighted direct transfers under the Annadata Sukhibhava scheme, reaching 46.83 lakh farmers statewide in three installments with ₹132 crore credited in Anakapalli district alone. Ravindra urged reduced chemical fertilizer use to prevent soil damage, drawing lessons from Punjab, and pushed for natural farming, drip/sprinkler incentives, and faster Polavaram project completion by 2027 for better irrigation in areas like Anakapalli.

Amaravati, March 13, 2026: Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu today highlighted the state government's drive to modernise agriculture and raise farmers' earnings through technology and welfare support. Speaking at the PM Kisan-Annadata Sukhibhava event in Surampalli near Vijayawada, he announced the third instalment of financial aid: ₹6,000 credited to each of 46.85 lakh farmers' accounts, with the state contributing ₹1,874 crore toward the total ₹2,670 crore payout. Naidu outlined key steps including drone-based seed sowing, drip irrigation for vegetables, subsidies for farm equipment to thousands of farmers, and widespread soil testing. He pointed to strong water reserves at 65% capacity for upcoming seasons, ongoing canal improvements, and completion of projects like Polavaram to secure irrigation.

Annadata Sukhibhava : అన్నదాత సుఖీభవ- పీఎం కిసాన్ పథకం రెండో విడతలో రూ.7 వేల చొప్పున 46,85,838 మంది రైతుల ఖాతాలకు రూ.3,135 కోట్లను జమ కానుంది. ఈ ఏడాది ఆగస్టు 2వ తేదీన మొదటి విడతగా రూ.7 వేలను కేంద్ర, రాష్ట్ర ప్రభుత్వాలు జమ చేశాయి. రెండో విడతగా నేడు 2025 నవంబర్ 19న మరో రూ.7 వేల చొప్పున రైతులకు జమ చేయనున్నారు. రెండు విడతల్లో మొత్తంగా రూ.6,309.44 కోట్ల మేర ఆర్థిక ప్రయోజనం రైతులకు కలుగుతోందని ఎన్డీయే ప్రభుత్వం తెలిపింది.

YSRCP Annadata Poru : ప్రజా స్వామ్యంలో శాంతియుతంగా జరుగుతున్న అన్నదాత పోరు కార్యక్రమాన్ని ప్రభుత్వం అప్రజాస్వామికంగా అడ్డుకోవడం దారుణమని వైయస్సార్ సీపీ పీఏసీ సభ్యుడు ఎంవీఎస్ నాగిరెడ్డి మండిపడ్డారు. పోలీస్ వ్యవస్థతో అన్నదాత పోరును అడ్డు కునే ప్రయతనాన్ని తీవ్రంగా ఖండిస్తున్నట్లు తెలిపారు. రాష్ట్ర వ్యాప్తంగా యూరియా కోసం గంటల తరబడి లైన్ లో ఉంటే మనిషికి ఒక కట్ట అమ్మడం, లేకపోతే ఈ రోజు అయిపోయింది మళ్ళీ యూరియా వచ్చినప్పుడు రమ్మని రైతులను తీవ్ర ఆందోళన కు గురిచేస్తున్నారని ఆవేదన వ్యక్తం చేశారు.

Annadata Sukhibhava : ‘అన్నదాత సుఖీభవ’ పథకాన్ని ఆగస్ట్ 2న అమలు చేయనున్నారు. ప్రకాశం జిల్లా దర్శి మండలం వీరాయపాలెంలో ఈ పథకాన్ని ముఖ్యమంత్రి చంద్రబాబు ప్రారంభించనున్నారు. దీంతో రాష్ట్రంలోని 46,85,838 మంది రైతులు లబ్ది పొందుతారు. మొదటి విడతలో రాష్ట్ర వాటాగా ఒక్కో రైతుకు రూ.5,000 చొప్పున మొత్తం రూ.2,342.92 కోట్ల నిధుల్ని వారి ఖాతాలో ప్రభుత్వం నేరుగా జమ చేయనుంది. Annadata Sukhibhava ఆగస్ట్ 2న ఒక్కో రైతుకు మొత్తం రూ.7,000 జమ ఏడాదికి కేంద్రం ఇచ్చే రూ.6,000 సాయంతో కలిపి రాష్ట్ర ప్రభుత్వం మరో రూ.14,000 ఇవ్వనుంది.

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Annadata Sukhibhava Second Phase Funds నవంబర్ 19న విడుదల. 46 లక్షల రైతుల ఖాతాల్లోకి రూ.7,000 చొప్పున జమ. పథకం ప్రయోజనాలు, వివరాలు తెలుసుకోండి.

Police in India's Andhra Pradesh state are warning farmers and women to stay alert against cybercriminals who pose as government officials to steal money from beneficiaries of agricultural subsidy programs. Superintendent of Police Vikrant Patil said Friday that scammers are specifically targeting recipients of schemes like PM Kisan and Annadata Sukhibhava, which deposit government benefits directly into farmers' bank accounts.

Amaravati, March 13 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Centre and the Andhra Pradesh government together credited Rs 2,670 crore directly into the bank accounts of 46.85 lakh farmers in Andhra Pradesh on Friday under PM-Kisan - Annadata Sukheebhava schemes. Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu participated in the PM-Kisan – Annadata Sukheebhava's third installment fund release programme held at Surampalli in Gannavaram constituency of Krishna district.

Gairsain (Chamoli), March 9 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Uttarakhand government on Monday presented a Rs 1.11 lakh crore budget for the financial year 2026–27, placing strong emphasis on inclusive development through the “GYAN” model. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said that the state’s development strategy is built on four pillars—poor welfare, youth empowerment, support for farmers (annadata), and women’s empowerment. The budget was presented on the first day of the Assembly’s Budget Session following the Governor’s address, a first in the state’s history.

New Delhi, Feb 13 (SocialNews.XYZ) Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal criticised Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi over his claims about the India-US trade agreement, labelling them as 'baseless' and describing him as a 'habitual liar'. Piyush Goyal took to the social media platform X with a video message and said, “Annadata Devo Bhava! Under PM Narendra Modi ji’s leadership, our farmers will always be secure, empowered, and prosperous.”

Bhopal, April 15 (SocialNews.XYZ) In alignment with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of Gareeb, Yuva, Annadata, and Nari (Poor, Youth, Farmer, and Woman), the Madhya Pradesh government on Tuesday launched ‘Annadata Kalyan Mission’ (Farmers’ welfare mission) in a “Policy frame”. The state cabinet in a meeting chaired by Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has approved the policy. The state government is aiming to implement a comprehensive policy to increase farmers’ income through diverse activities beyond traditional agriculture.

PM Modi's Independence Day Speech: On this 79th Independence Day, PM Narendra Modi took a heartfelt moment to honour the farmers — the people who truly keep Bharat moving forward. Speaking from the Red Fort, he reminded everyone how tough the colonial times were, leaving the country struggling. But it was our farmers’ hard work that filled the nation’s granaries and made sure India could feed itself. Notably, Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a 103-minute Independence Day speech from the ramparts of the Red Fort, the longest by any prime minister in India's history.

SGPC President Harjinder Singh Dhami urges governments to accept farmers' demands as Jagjit Singh Dallewal's health deteriorates during MSP law protest at Punjab-Haryana border.

PM Modi's Independence Day Speech: On this 79th Independence Day, PM Narendra Modi took a heartfelt moment to honour the farmers — the people who truly keep Bharat moving forward. Speaking from the Red Fort, he reminded everyone how tough the colonial times were, leaving the country struggling. But it was our farmers’ hard work that filled the nation’s granaries and made sure India could feed itself.

VIJAYAWADA: Participating in the PM-Kisan-Annadata Sukhibhava programme at Linganguntla in Palnadu district on Saturday, Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu credited Rs 3,125 crore aid directly into the bank accounts of 46.85 lakh farmers for the 2026 Kharif season. Each farmer got Rs 7,000 as the first installment under Annadata Sukhibhava. Prior to the public meeting, Naidu visited various stalls set up by the Agriculture and Horticulture Departments at the venue. He interacted with farmers and women self-help group representatives, and reviewed initiatives related to agricultural processing units, vermicompost production, and value-addition activities undertaken by rural communities. He joined farmers in watching the PM-Kisan-Annadata Sukhibhava programme addressed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, highlighting the Centre’s continued support to the farming community. CM lauds natural farmer, promotes chemical-free cultivation As part of his visit, aimed at promoting natural farming to protect public health, the Chief Minister visited the fields of Gudipalli Nagabhushanam, a natural farmer of Linganguntla, spent time listening to his farming journey, appreciating his innovative practices. The farmer informed Naidu that natural farming had significantly reduced his cultivation costs while improving soil fertility and crop yields, making agriculture more profitable and sustainable. The State government is promoting natural farming in...

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