Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to release the 19th installment of the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana in Bhagalpur, Bihar, this coming Monday. This occasion will also see him addressing a large public rally at the Airport Ground, ahead of the 2025 Bihar elections. Bihar’s Chief Minister, Nitish Kumar, will be present with the Prime Minister at this significant event, which is expected to witness the participation of around 5 lakh farmers.
This event will include both the distribution of the 19th installment of the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi and a public meeting. During the program, Prime Minister Modi will disburse the much-awaited installment to the eligible farmers, further empowering them financially.
What is the PM Kisan Yojana?
The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana (PM Kisan) is a government initiative aimed at offering financial assistance to the small and marginal farmers across India. Through this scheme, eligible farmers receive a total of Rs 6,000 annually, which is disbursed in three equal installments of Rs 2,000 each. The funds are directly transferred into the farmers’ bank accounts, helping them improve their agricultural operations.
Who is eligible for PM Kisan Yojana?
To receive the 19th installment of the PM Kisan Yojana, a farmer must meet the following criteria:
- Indian Citizen: The farmer must be a resident of India.
- Land Ownership: The farmer must own cultivable land that qualifies under the scheme.
- Small or Marginal Farmer: The farmer should fall under the small or marginal category.
- No Pension: The farmer should not be a retiree receiving a pension of Rs 10,000 or more per month.
- Income Tax Filers: Farmers who have filed income tax returns are not eligible for this scheme.
- Institutional Landholder: The farmer must not be an institutional landholder.
How to Check Beneficiary Status of PM Kisan Yojana?
Farmers can easily check their beneficiary status by following these simple steps:
- Visit the official website of the PM Kisan Yojana.
- Look for the “Beneficiary Status” section on the home page.
- Click on the link labeled “Beneficiary Status”.
- Enter either your Aadhaar Number or Account Number.
- Click on “Get Data”.
- The system will display your beneficiary status for the PM Kisan Yojana.
How to Link Your Phone Number with PM Kisan Yojana?
Farmers who wish to link their phone numbers to their PM Kisan Yojana accounts can do so by following these steps:
- Visit the nearest Common Service Center (CSC) or log in to the official PM Kisan website at https://pmkisan.gov.in.
- On the homepage, select the option for ‘Update Mobile Number’.
- A new page will appear, prompting you to enter your registered Aadhaar number and your new mobile number.
- Submit the request for verification.
By linking your phone number, you ensure that all future communication and updates from the scheme reach you promptly, enhancing the transparency and efficiency of the system.
With the 19th installment being released soon, this is a significant moment for farmers as it provides much-needed support to improve their livelihoods and agricultural productivity. The PM Kisan Yojana continues to make a difference by directly transferring funds to the farmers, empowering them to move forward with their farming endeavors.