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Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY):

PMKSY focuses on improving water-use efficiency in agriculture.
Farmers cultivating millets can benefit from water conservation and

irrigation-related schemes under PMKSY.

National Food Processing Mission (NFPN):

NFPN aims to promote food processing and value addition in
agriculture. Millet processing units can avail of financial support and
technical assistance under this mission.

Mid-Day Meal Scheme:

Millets have been included in the Mid-Day Meal Scheme in several
states to enhance the nutritional value of school meals. This can

create a market for millet producers.

Startup India:

Entrepreneurs interested in millet processing and value addition
can benefit from the Startup India initiative, which offers various
incentives and support for startups in the agri-food sector.

NABARD Schemes:

The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development
(NABARD) offers financial assistance and credit facilities to farmers

and entrepreneurs involved in millet production and processing
through various schemes.

1.2 Need of the Study

The need for a study on government schemes related to millet
production and processing is paramount in our agricultural landscape.

Millets are hardy, nutritious, and climate-resilient crops that hold

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