PM Kisan 21st Installment Released: Over 27 Lakh Farmers Receive Funds, Check Your Payment Status Online
The Central Government has released the 21st installment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-Kisan) scheme for farmers in three northern regions. Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced on Friday that the latest payment has been credited directly to beneficiaries’ bank accounts through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
This installment, totaling over ₹540 crore, has been disbursed to more than 27 lakh farmers, including around 2.7 lakh women farmers. The early release is aimed at providing urgent relief to farmers affected by recent floods and landslides that damaged crops and livelihoods in parts of the region.
State-Wise Disbursement of Funds
The 21st installment covers three key regions where natural calamities have hit farmers hard:
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Himachal Pradesh: ₹160.21 crore has been transferred to the accounts of 8,01,045 farmers.
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Punjab: 11,09,895 farmers have received ₹221.98 crore.
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Uttarakhand: ₹157.83 crore has been credited to 7,89,128 farmers.
Chouhan said the ₹2,000 per farmer payment will provide immediate financial assistance for household needs, purchasing seeds and fertilizers, and preparing for the next sowing season.
What is the PM-Kisan Scheme?
Launched to support small and marginal farmers, the PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi provides ₹6,000 annually to eligible farmers in three equal installments of ₹2,000 each. The payments are made every four months to ensure consistent financial aid for agricultural expenses.
Eligibility Criteria
To receive benefits under PM-Kisan, a farmer must:
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Be an Indian citizen with cultivable land registered in their name.
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Complete eKYC verification and link their Aadhaar number with their bank account.
However, farmers who pay income tax, government employees, and pensioners are not eligible for this scheme.
How to Check Your Installment Status
Beneficiaries can easily track their installment by visiting the official PM-Kisan website (pmkisan.gov.in).
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Go to the ‘Beneficiary Status’ section.
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Enter your Aadhaar number or bank account number.
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Click on Get Data to view the latest payment details, including the date and amount of the credited installment.
Importance of Timely Payments
The PM-Kisan scheme acts as a crucial financial lifeline, particularly during natural disasters or rising input costs. Experts note that these timely transfers help farmers meet immediate agricultural needs, reduce dependency on informal loans, and stabilize rural economies.
With this 21st installment, the government has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting farmers, ensuring that financial assistance reaches them when they need it most. Beneficiaries are advised to check their payment status promptly and ensure their bank and Aadhaar details are correctly updated to avoid delays in future installments.
