Introduction
- The Union Budget 2026-27 outlines the Third Kartavya, aligning with the vision of 'Sabka Sath, Sabka Vikas'.
- It aims to ensure every family, community, and region has access to resources and opportunities.
- The roadmap focuses on increasing farmer incomes, empowering Divyangjan, supporting the vulnerable, and developing the Purvodaya States and North-East Region.
Key Initiatives
New AI Tool
Bharat-VISTAAR
Coconut Sector
Coconut Promotion Scheme
Cashew & Cocoa Target
Global Brands by 2030
Focus Regions
Purvodaya & North-East
Boosting Farmer Incomes: High-Value Agriculture
- Coconut Promotion Scheme: Aimed at 30 million people dependent on the sector. Focus on replacing old trees with new saplings to enhance productivity.
- Cashew & Cocoa: A dedicated program to make India self-reliant and transform Indian produce into premium global brands by 2030.
- Sandalwood Revival: Partnership with states to restore the glory of the Indian Sandalwood ecosystem through focused cultivation.
- Hilly Region Crops: Support for rejuvenating orchards of walnuts, almonds, and pine nuts, engaging youth in value addition.
- Fisheries & Livestock: Development of 500 reservoirs and Amrit Sarovars. Entrepreneurship support in Animal Husbandry via Credit-Linked Subsidy Programmes.
Technology in Agriculture: Bharat-VISTAAR
- What is it? A multilingual AI tool (Virtually Integrated System to Access Agricultural Resources).
- Function: Integrates AgriStack portals and ICAR packages on agricultural practices.
- Benefit: Provides farmers with customized advisory support, enhancing productivity and reducing risk.
Social Empowerment & Regional Development
- Divyangjan: Empowerment through livelihood opportunities, training, and high-quality assistive devices.
- Vulnerable Groups: Improved access to mental health and trauma care.
- Purvodaya & North-East: Targeted efforts to accelerate development and generate employment opportunities in these regions.
Source Information
Original Source: Ministry of Finance via PIB Delhi.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is Bharat-VISTAAR?
It is a new multilingual AI tool designed to provide customized agricultural advisory to farmers by integrating AgriStack and ICAR data.
Q. Which specific crops are being targeted for promotion?
The budget highlights Coconut, Cashew, Cocoa, Sandalwood, and hill nuts like Walnuts, Almonds, and Pine Nuts.
Q. What is the goal for the Cashew and Cocoa sectors?
To make India self-reliant in their production and establish them as premium global brands by 2030.
Q. How does the budget support Animal Husbandry?
Through a Credit-Linked Subsidy Programme and support for modernization and livestock enterprises.
Q. What is the focus for Divyangjan?
The focus is on providing livelihood opportunities, training, and access to high-quality assistive devices.
