Bihar Agriculture Minister Ram Kripal Yadav announced that farmers will not be denied scheme benefits due to lack of registration
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Why in news
Bihar Agriculture Minister Ram Kripal Yadav announced that farmers will not be denied scheme benefits due to lack of registration, while updating progress on the 'AgriStack' initiative.
Background
The AgriStack initiative has generated unique IDs for 45 lakh farmers in Bihar, representing 52% of the state's target. The registry is designed to streamline access to both Central and State agricultural programs.
Facts for Prelims
- FactAgriStack: Unique IDs created for 45 lakh farmers in Bihar as of February 2026
- FactAgriStack coverage: 52% of the target in Bihar
- SchemeAgriStack: Initiative to provide unique IDs to farmers to streamline access to agricultural schemes
For Mains
Q. Discuss how digital identity frameworks like AgriStack can enhance the efficiency of agricultural subsidy delivery while ensuring inclusivity for marginalized farmers.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Digital divide: Risk of excluding small-scale farmers with limited technological access or literacy
- Data integrity: Ensuring accurate farmer profiling to prevent leakage and blackmarketing of fertilizers
- Administrative friction: Balancing mandatory registration requirements with the immediate need for emergency agricultural support
Keywords: AgriStack · Digital Public Infrastructure · Subsidy Leakage · Inclusive Growth · Agricultural Governance
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