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patterns in the collected data to get a broader perspective and deeper
understanding of the various available schemes for millet production
and processing.

4.1 Findings from the Study

All the government schemes mentioned above to promote Millet’s
productions and promotion in India were studied in detail. A
comparative analysis of the same was carried out based on four

factors -objective, focus, implementation, and impact. The findings
can be summarised as follows:

• National Food Security Mission (NFSM):

Objective: NFSM aims to increase the production of food grains,
including millet, to ensure food security.

Focus: Primarily focuses on increasing millet production through
technology adoption and capacity building.

Implementation: Implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture and

Farmers’ Welfare.

Impact: Has contributed to increased millet production in target
states.

• Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY):

Objective: RKVY aims to stimulate agriculture and enhance
agricultural production and farmers’ income.

Focus: Provides funds to states for agricultural development, which
may include millet cultivation and processing projects.

Implementation: Implemented by state governments, allowing

flexibility in tailoring schemes.

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