India boosts agricultural investment in new budget to support farmers and food security

India's Union Budget for 2025-26 emphasizes equitable growth, focusing on agriculture, youth, women, and small businesses. The budget aims to enhance private sector participation and increase middle-class purchasing power, reflecting a commitment to inclusive economic progress. The budget for agriculture has significantly increased, rising from ₹11,915 crore in 2008-09 to ₹1,22,528 crore in 2024-25. This investment supports food security and farmer welfare, with food grain production projected to reach 332.3 million tonnes in 2023-24. Key initiatives include the PM-KISAN scheme, which has provided over ₹3.46 lakh crore to farmers, and the Agricultural Infrastructure Fund, which has sanctioned ₹52,738 crore for projects. These measures aim to strengthen India's agricultural sector and improve financial stability for farmers.