Q: Who is eligible for PM-PRANAM (PM Programme for Restoration, Awareness, Nourishment and Amelioration of Mother Earth)?

Implementing agencies are the State Governments and Union Territories of India.. States must demonstrate a quantifiable reduction in the consumption of chemical fertilizers.. Beneficiaries are the farming communities within the states that adopt alternative fertilizers.. States are evaluated based on the average consumption of chemical fertilizers over the previous three years.

Q: What are the benefits of PM-PRANAM (PM Programme for Restoration, Awareness, Nourishment and Amelioration of Mother Earth)?

Systemic outcomes include the promotion of balanced use of chemical fertilizers and bio-fertilizers.. Financial grant equivalent to 50% of the fertilizer subsidy saved by the state is provided as an incentive.. Funding for the creation of assets related to the adoption of organic and alternative fertilizers.. Technological interventions at the village/block level to improve soil health and fertility.. Awareness generation among farmers regarding the long-term benefits of reducing chemical inputs.

Q: How to apply for PM-PRANAM (PM Programme for Restoration, Awareness, Nourishment and Amelioration of Mother Earth)?

States must track and report their annual consumption of chemical fertilizers to the Central Government.. The Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers compares current usage against the three-year average baseline.. States calculate the total subsidy savings generated by reducing chemical fertilizer usage.. The Central Government validates the data and approves the release of 50% of the saved subsidy amount.. States submit utilization plans for the grant to promote sustainable agriculture practices.

Q: Which ministry manages PM-PRANAM (PM Programme for Restoration, Awareness, Nourishment and Amelioration of Mother Earth)?

PM-PRANAM (PM Programme for Restoration, Awareness, Nourishment and Amelioration of Mother Earth) is managed by the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers.