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Direct income support and direct pension
support too!
Sometimes, small and marginal farmers may
not be able to access formal credit. Informal
credit sources are too expensive and worsen the
situation of such farmers. However, with PM-
KISAN, such farmers are assured of Rs 6,000 per
year, that reaches them directly. It also acts as a
small source of capital that can help farmers who
are in need of money.
A total amount of Rs 95,628 crore has been released
so far and 10.52 crore farmer families have been
benefitted.
Additionally, PM Kisan Maan Dhan Yojana was
launched, as promised, to secure farmers with
pension. At minimal premium, it promises upto Rs
3,000 per month pension.
Beneficiaries can also route their income support
amount from PM-KISAN to this pension scheme.
