Bringing Green Revolution to Eastern India

Bringing Green Revolution to Eastern India

What is it?

• It is a sub-scheme of Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY).

• It is being implemented in seven eastern states namely Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Odisha, West Bengal and eastern Uttar Pradesh from 2010-2011.

Aim: Address the constraints limiting the productivity of rice-based cropping systems.

Objectives:

• To increase production & productivity of rice and wheat by adopting latest crop production technologies.

• To promote cultivation in rice fallow areas to increase cropping intensity and income of the farmers.

• To create water harvesting structures and efficient utilization of water potential. • To promote post-harvest technology and marketing support.

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