India Unveils Major Agricultural Reforms and Reaffirms Commitment to Girl Child Welfare
October 12, 2025
In a significant push towards agricultural self-reliance and farmer prosperity, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched two pivotal schemes, the 'PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana' and the 'Self-Reliance in Pulses Mission,' on October 11, 2025. These initiatives, part of a larger investment exceeding ā¹35,440 crore, aim to boost productivity, improve infrastructure, and ensure fair prices for farmers. Concurrently, on the International Day of the Girl Child, India highlighted its ongoing commitment to empowering girls through various welfare schemes and a Supreme Court-led consultation to strengthen protections. The past 24 hours also saw updates on regulatory changes by SEBI and new rules impacting consumer rights and digital services.