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Agriculture
Tamil Nadu's PM‑Kisan beneficiaries drop 52% since 2020 peak
✍️ India Today
🗓 07 Nov 2026, 03:16 AM
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The number of farmers receiving PM‑Kisan assistance in Tamil Nadu has fallen by more than half compared with the 2020 high, according to recent data.
Recent figures released by the Tamil Nadu agriculture department show that the count of beneficiaries under the central PM‑Kisan scheme has slumped by 52 per cent from its 2020 peak. The decline is highlighted in a report by India Today, which cites official state data.
PM‑Kisan, a flagship central government programme, provides direct cash assistance of ₹6,000 per year to small and marginal farmers to support their agricultural operations. The scheme, launched in 2019, quickly enrolled a large number of cultivators across Tamil Nadu, reaching its highest beneficiary count in 2020.
The sharp reduction observed this year suggests a significant shift in the scheme's reach within the state. While the exact causes have not been detailed in the released data, officials are expected to review enrollment patterns and address any gaps that may have emerged.
State authorities have indicated that they will monitor the trend closely and consider corrective measures to ensure that eligible farmers continue to receive the intended support.
PM‑Kisan, a flagship central government programme, provides direct cash assistance of ₹6,000 per year to small and marginal farmers to support their agricultural operations. The scheme, launched in 2019, quickly enrolled a large number of cultivators across Tamil Nadu, reaching its highest beneficiary count in 2020.
The sharp reduction observed this year suggests a significant shift in the scheme's reach within the state. While the exact causes have not been detailed in the released data, officials are expected to review enrollment patterns and address any gaps that may have emerged.
State authorities have indicated that they will monitor the trend closely and consider corrective measures to ensure that eligible farmers continue to receive the intended support.