Aviation Ministry launched ‘Krishi Udan 2.0’ scheme

Aviation Ministry launched ‘Krishi Udan 2.0’ scheme

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Category : National Published on: October 28 2021

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  • Jyotiraditya M Scindia, Union Civil Aviation Minister, launched the Krishi Udan 2.0 scheme.
  • Under this scheme cargo-related infrastructure will be built in airports of north-east, hilly and tribal regions to assist farmers in transporting agriculture products.
  • The scheme is being launched to move farmers up the value chain, increase their income, and allow them to get their produce, particularly perishable produce, to market on time.

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About Krishi Udan Scheme 

  • Scheme Name: Krishi Udan Yojana
  • Announced by: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman
  • Declaration date: 1st February 2020
  • Beneficiary: Farmers of Country
  • Objective: To provide fair price for the crops of the farmers
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