PM Kisan Yojana 21st Installment 2025: PM Modi Releases ₹18,000 Crore, Urges Farmers to Adopt Natural Farming
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the South India Natural Farming Summit 2025 in Coimbatore and officially released the 21st installment of the PM-KISAN scheme. More than ₹18,000 crore has been transferred directly to the bank accounts of 9 crore farmers across India.
During his address, PM Modi emphasized natural farming, organic cultivation, soil health, crop diversification and reduced dependency on chemical fertilizers. He urged farmers to adopt the model of “One Acre, One Season” as a starting point for natural farming.
PM Kisan Yojana 21st Installment 2025: Key Highlights
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₹18,000+ crore released under the 21st installment
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9 crore farmers across India benefit
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Each eligible farmer receives ₹6,000 annually, in 3 installments
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PM Modi’s strong push toward natural, organic and regenerative farming
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India’s agriculture exports have doubled in recent years
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Over ₹10 lakh crore provided under KCC (Kisan Credit Card) in the last decade
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GST reduction on bio-fertilizers benefiting farmers
PM Modi’s Message: Natural Farming is the Future
1. “One Acre, One Season” Approach
PM Modi encouraged farmers to begin with just one acre for one season using natural farming methods.
He said this small start would help farmers observe the benefits and expand gradually.
2. Excessive Chemical Use Causing Soil Damage
He warned that the heavy use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides has severely reduced soil fertility and increased the cost of cultivation.
3. India Emerging as a Global Organic Farming Hub
PM Modi stated that due to rising global demand, India has the potential to become a leading hub of organic and chemical-free agriculture.
South India Natural Farming Summit 2025: Key Purpose
The summit aims to accelerate:
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Natural and regenerative farming
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Market linkages for FPOs
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Opportunities for rural entrepreneurs
Over 50,000 participants, including farmers, scientists, researchers, organic input suppliers and innovators from Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka and Puducherry joined the event.
PM Modi described South India as a “living university of agriculture”, appreciating its multi-tier farming systems and diverse crop practices.
PM Modi on India’s Agricultural Growth
✔ Agriculture Exports Have Doubled
India’s agricultural exports have grown significantly in the past 11 years.
✔ ₹10 Lakh Crore Aid Through KCC
The government has provided more than ₹10 lakh crore through Kisan Credit Cards to support farmers.
✔ GST Reduction on Bio-Fertilizers
Reduced GST rates on biological fertilizers have helped promote environment-friendly farming.
PM Praises Coimbatore’s Contribution
PM Modi called Coimbatore a “power centre”, praising its strong textile sector.
He also remarked humorously that the “spirit of Bihar” was present when he saw people waving their traditional gamchas.
Who Is Eligible for PM-KISAN?
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Small and marginal farmers
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Farmers whose records are verified and approved on the PM-KISAN portal
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Farmers receive ₹6,000 per year, divided into three ₹2,000 installments
Why Natural Farming Matters?
According to PM Modi, natural farming can:
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Improve soil fertility
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Reduce input costs
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Increase crop nutrition
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Make agriculture more sustainable and profitable
Conclusion
The release of the 21st installment of PM Kisan Yojana 2025 has brought financial relief to millions of farmers. PM Modi’s strong push for natural and organic farming signals a significant shift toward sustainable agriculture.
The message of “One Acre, One Season” encourages farmers to take the first step toward low-cost, eco-friendly and long-term profitable farming practices. With expanded support for natural farming, India is on the path to becoming a global leader in organic agriculture.
