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Impact: Encourages states to support millet cultivation based on their
agricultural priorities.
• Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY):
Objective: PMKSY focuses on efficient water use in agriculture and
enhancing water use efficiency.
Focus: Supports millet cultivation through efficient irrigation
practices, benefiting millet farmers.
Implementation: Implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture and
Farmers’ Welfare.
Impact: Enhances water availability for millet cultivation, improving
yields.
• National Food Processing Mission (NFPN):
Objective: NFPN promotes food processing and value addition in
agriculture.
Focus: Supports millet processing units, leading to increased millet-
based food products.
Implementation: Implemented by the Ministry of Food Processing
Industries.
Impact: Encourages entrepreneurs to invest in millet processing,
creating value-added products.
• Mid-Day Meal Scheme:
Objective: Provide nutritious meals to school children, with a focus
on enhancing nutritional content.
Focus: Includes millets in school meals to improve nutrition and
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