Scheme to reduce chemical fertiliser use remains a ‘non-starter’; no incentives released to states yet

The government's PM-PRANAM scheme, designed to cut chemical fertiliser use, has failed to disburse any incentives to states over two and a half years. A parliamentary committee urges an urgent review to simplify eligibility and release due funds, as the scheme's impact window closes.

Mar 16, 2026 - 00:30
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Scheme to reduce chemical fertiliser use remains a ‘non-starter’; no incentives released to states yet
The government's PM-PRANAM scheme, designed to cut chemical fertiliser use, has failed to disburse any incentives to states over two and a half years. A parliamentary committee urges an urgent review to simplify eligibility and release due funds, as the scheme's impact window closes.

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