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Narendra Modi releases ₹18,880 crore PM-Kisan instalment at Paschimbanga Divas

Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked 'Paschimbanga Divas' in Tarakeswar, West Bengal, unveiling ₹18,880 crore for PM-Kisan scheme, which will support more than 9.44 crore farmers. His efforts, such as introducing Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana, focus on boosting agricultural productivity and fostering rural development in the state.

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Jun 20, 2026 · 1 min read · 8 views
Narendra Modi releases ₹18,880 crore PM-Kisan instalment at Paschimbanga Divas

Key Takeaways

  • •Prime Minister Modi announced ₹18,880 crore for the PM-Kisan scheme, benefiting over 9.44 crore farmers across India.
  • •The PMFBY aims to insure nearly 50 lakh farmers over 14 lakh hectares in West Bengal for the 2026-27 period.
  • •Modi inaugurated 49 road projects under PMGSY-III, enhancing over 315 km of roadways in West Bengal.
  • •Railway projects worth approximately ₹590 crore were announced to improve transportation infrastructure in the region.
  • •The event took place on Saturday in Tarakeswar, West Bengal's Hooghly district, attended by Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari.

Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked 'Paschimbanga Divas' in Tarakeswar,Hooghly district of West Bengal. He unveiled 23rd instalment of PM-Kisan scheme, totaling ₹18,880 crore. Aims to support over 9.44 crore farmers nationwide.

Ceremony drew Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari,ministers,MLAs,public . Modi emphasized push for agriculture . Rolled out initiatives like Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY),offering insurance for nearly 50 lakh farmers on about 14 lakh hectares in West Bengal through 2026-27. Will cover crops worth ₹28,140 crore,with big premium subsidies .

Beyond PM-Kisan,Modi launched projects across sectors — railways,agriculture, rural development, fisheries,animal husbandry. Key move: 49 road projects under Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY-III). Improving over 315 km of roads in various districts.

Prime Minister also announced railway projects worth about ₹590 crore . Government focusing on transport infrastructure in region . Reflects broader strategy to boost agriculture and rural development in West Bengal. But will it deliver as planned…

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