The Saansad Adarsh Gram Yojana (SAGY) launched by Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on October 11, 2014 aims to redefine rural development by fostering good politics and inspiring a movement towards demand-driven development.
India, home to one of the largest agricultural economies in the world, depends on farming not just for food security but as a vital source of livelihood for over half its population.
Being surrounded by doctors, nutritionists, and other health professionals while working in the public health area led me to believe that I know enough about nutrition and I was getting enough protein from my diet. Three eggs, 200 grams of chicken, a bowl of curd, and a handful of what I believed to be high-protein pumpkin and chia seeds made up my typical day. However, after observing symptoms like brittle nails, thinning hair, and recent muscle loss, I began to question my dietary sufficiency. My hypothesis that I was protein deficient was confirmed by a health app. This insight led to a more thorough examination of dietary practices, protein intake, and the vital function that protein plays in general health.
The Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan (RGSA) is a significant initiative aimed at empowering Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) across India.
The Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) is a flagship scheme introduced by the Government of India as part of a broader initiative to bring about a "Blue Revolution" through sustainable development of the fisheries sector.
India is already the world’s largest dairy producer, contributing over 25% to the world’s milk production, and the Government of India aims to further bolster milk production and processing with the newly launched White Revolution 2.0 initiative.
The Ministry of Rural Development, comprising the Department of Rural Development and the Department of Land Resources, is the key agency driving development and welfare initiatives in rural India.