PM Modi flags off a centesimal run of ‘Kisan Rail’ trains

Narendra Modi on Monday flagged off the a centesimal run of the Kisan Rail by way of video conferencing, calling the service a serious step in direction of rising the “income of farmers”.

Speaking on the event, the PM stated the service will deliver a serious change within the farm sector and improve the power of the nation’s chilly provide chain. Union railway minister Piyush Goyal and agriculture minister Narendra Singh Tomar additionally attended the occasion.

The Kisan Rail venture not solely exhibits the dedication of the Government to serve the farmers but in addition serves as a proof of how briskly our farmers are prepared for brand spanking new potentialities,” the PM stated.

At current, 9 rakes of Kisan Rail trains are plying alongside 10 main routes, based on the ministry of railways.

“It is the participation and support of the rural people, farmers and youth that makes the government’s efforts successful. Farmer Producer Organizations (FPO’s) and cooperative groups like women’s Self Help Groups get priority in agri-business and agri-infrastructure. Recent reforms will lead to expansion of agri-businesses and these groups will be the biggest beneficiaries. Private investment in agriculture will support the government’s effort to help these groups,” the PM stated.