Q. In which state/UT, the cabinet has approved two credit-linked schemes for the agro-based sectors?
Answer:
Arunachal Pradesh
Notes:
- The Arunachal Pradesh cabinet has approved two credit-linked schemes, which will facilitate Rs 300 crore investments in the agro-based sectors.
- The state government has earmarked Rs 60 crore of subsidies each for Atma Nirbhar Krishi Yojana for agriculture and Atma Nirbhar Bagwani Yojana for horticulture during the fiscal year 2021-22.
- The credit-linked programmes will have three components – bank loans, subsidy and beneficiaries’ contribution.
- The schemes will be available for cultivators, self-help groups and farmer producer organisations (FPOs).