Haryana’s Mukhyamantri Kisan Suraksha Yojana, launched on June 1, 2025, aims to protect farmers from crop losses due to natural calamities. The scheme offers financial aid to insured farmers, ensuring economic stability. With streamlined online applications via the state DBT portal, it targets small and marginal farmers, enhancing agricultural resilience across the state.
Haryana’s New Farmer Safety Net: Mukhyamantri Kisan Suraksha Yojana
On June 1, 2025, the Haryana government rolled out the Mukhyamantri Kisan Suraksha Yojana, a landmark initiative designed to safeguard farmers against crop losses triggered by natural disasters such as floods, droughts, and storms. This scheme, announced by Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, seeks to provide financial assistance to farmers who have insured their crops, ensuring they receive timely compensation to mitigate economic distress.
The scheme is a part of Haryana’s broader commitment to bolstering agricultural resilience, particularly for small and marginal farmers with landholdings of up to two acres. Under the Mukhyamantri Kisan Suraksha Yojana, eligible farmers can claim compensation for crop damage caused by unforeseen natural events, helping them recover financially and continue farming without the burden of insurmountable losses.
Farmers enrolled in crop insurance programs, such as the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY), are eligible to apply for benefits under this scheme. The compensation process has been streamlined through the state’s Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) portal, ensuring transparency and efficiency. Farmers can submit applications online at dbtharyana.gov.in, where they need to provide details of their insured crops and evidence of damage certified by the state’s Revenue Department.
The initiative also includes provisions for rapid assessment of crop losses. Local agricultural officers, in collaboration with insurance agencies, will conduct on-ground surveys to verify claims, ensuring payouts are disbursed within weeks of a calamity. This quick response mechanism is expected to alleviate the financial strain on farmers, who often face delays in receiving insurance claims.
Haryana, an agrarian state contributing significantly to India’s food basket, has faced increasing challenges due to erratic weather patterns. Recent data from the state’s Agriculture Department indicates that over 30% of farmlands were affected by unseasonal rains and floods in the past two years. The Mukhyamantri Kisan Suraksha Yojana aims to address these vulnerabilities, offering a safety net to farmers who form the backbone of the state’s economy.
The scheme also integrates with other state initiatives, such as the Haryana Kisan Mitra Yojana, to provide holistic support to the farming community. By combining financial aid with access to modern farming techniques and credit facilities like the Pashu Kisan Credit Card, the government is working to empower farmers to withstand both economic and environmental challenges.
Officials have emphasized that the scheme is designed to be inclusive, with no age restrictions for applicants, ensuring that even elderly farmers or young dependents affected by agricultural losses can benefit. The state has allocated a substantial budget for the scheme, with estimates suggesting coverage for over 10 lakh farmers in its first year.
Agricultural experts have hailed the initiative as a step toward sustainable farming. “This scheme not only provides financial relief but also instills confidence among farmers to continue investing in agriculture despite unpredictable weather,” said Dr. Anil Sharma, an agronomist based in Karnal. However, some farmers have called for greater awareness campaigns to ensure that those in remote areas can access the scheme’s benefits.
The Mukhyamantri Kisan Suraksha Yojana is expected to set a precedent for other states grappling with similar agricultural challenges. With its focus on quick disbursal and digital integration, it marks a significant stride in protecting Haryana’s farmers from the uncertainties of nature.
Disclaimer: This article is based on information from official Haryana government announcements, agricultural department reports, and credible news sources as of July 5, 2025. Readers are advised to verify details through official channels like dbtharyana.gov.in or pmfby.gov.in for the latest updates.