Empowerment takes center stage in Haryana as the government greenlights ₹893 crore for farmers and women-centric programs. The lion’s share—₹638 crore—bolsters the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana, offering a safety net against crop failures that have left many in debt traps.
The remaining ₹255 crore fortifies the Ladli initiative, providing lump-sum payments at milestones like birth, schooling, and marriage. This lifeline is crucial in a state where female foeticide rates have historically been high, now showing decline due to sustained campaigns.
Hailing from the chief minister’s office, the decision was fast-tracked post-cabinet approval. ‘Farmers feed the nation; women build families. Both deserve our unwavering support,’ Khattar remarked. Implementation via digital platforms minimizes corruption, a past Achilles’ heel.
Delving deeper, PMFBY claims processing has improved 40% year-on-year, thanks to tech integration. Ladli has already disbursed over ₹1,000 crore since inception, with 90% satisfaction rates per surveys. This new tranche could cover an additional 2 lakh beneficiaries.
Economically, it stimulates rural spending—farmers invest in better seeds, families in education. Critics, however, point to pending dues from prior years, urging audits. The government counters with a new monitoring dashboard for public scrutiny.
In the larger scheme, this fits Haryana’s ascent to a $1 trillion economy ambition. With robust monsoons predicted, insured yields could surge, stabilizing food prices nationwide. For women, it’s a step toward financial independence.
As wires hum with DBT notifications, Haryana sets a template for other states. The proof will be in the paddy fields and school benches—watch this space.