Govt to boost hiring of agri machinery in 12th Plan
To get outlay of Rs 20,000-25,000 cr proposal for subisdised loans, too
The government has decided on a comprehensive push for mechanisation of agriculture, by setting up machinery hiring centres in every village in the 12th Plan period. These machinery is to be leased for harvest with support from states and the Centre (in either a 10:90 or 20:80 proportion). The entire mission is expected to get an outlay of Rs 20,000-25,000 crore, sources said.
Publication Date:
29/05/2012