Initiative Name : Atmanirbhar Krishi Initiative / AtmaNirbhar Krishi Yojana (ANKY)
🌾 About
In some states (for example Arunachal Pradesh), it is implemented as a credit-linked subsidy scheme where farmers, SHGs, and FPOs can avail subsidy + loans for agricultural machinery, inputs, and cultivation activities.
The Atmanirbhar Krishi Initiative is an agricultural scheme under the broader Atmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliant India) vision, aimed at making agriculture more sustainable, productive, resilient, and less dependent on external inputs.
A key component is the formation and support of 10,000 Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) to collectivize small and marginal farmers, reduce cost of cultivation, improve access to markets, and strengthen value chains.
Key Facts Table
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Launch Year | 2020 |
| Ministry | MoA&FW |
| Implementing Bodies | DA&FW, NABARD, SFAC |
| Coverage | All States & UTs |
| Beneficiaries | Farmers, SHGs, FPOs |
| Assistance Type | Credit-linked subsidy, training, infrastructure |
| Helpline | 1800-180-1551 |
| Goal | Agricultural self-reliance through finance, tech, and skills |
Beneficiaries
- Individual farmers (small, marginal, medium)
- Self Help Groups (SHGs) engaged in agriculture
- Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs)
- Agricultural entrepreneurs and youth
- States’ agriculture departments and extension agencies
How It Works
- Registration / Application
- Farmers, SHGs, or FPOs apply through state agriculture department / designated portal for this scheme.
- Eligibility check & proposal submission
- The applicant submits project proposals (machinery, cultivation plan, inputs) along with supporting documents (land records, Aadhaar, bank details).
- Credit + Subsidy allocation
- Eligible beneficiaries receive a loan from banks combined with government subsidy support (for example, Arunachal’s scheme gives 45% subsidy, 45% as bank loan, 10% contribution by applicant).
- Project execution
- Beneficiaries implement the approved plan (purchase machinery, inputs, adopt new practices)
- Monitoring & support
- State officials or agriculture extension agency monitor implementation, provide guidance, and ensure compliance
- Disbursement / Payment / Subsidy settlement
- After approval and verification, subsidy is settled, and loan disbursed / repaid as per terms
Services Provided / Components
- Credit-linked Subsidy for agricultural inputs, machinery, tools
- Support for FPO formation & strengthening
- Capacity building and training for modern agricultural practices
- Farm mechanization support
- Double cropping, terrace farming, horticulture, agro-forestry support in hilly/plateau regions (seen in Arunachal state implementation)
- Post-harvest infrastructure, processing, value addition (depending on state scheme specifics)
- Technical advisory and monitoring by state agriculture departments
Related Initiatives
- Atmanirbhar Bharat (umbrella vision)
- Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN)
- Soil Health Card Scheme
- Kisan Call Centre (KCC)
- eNAM (One Nation One Market)
- Digital Agriculture Mission (DAM)
- State-level schemes (e.g. AtmaNirbhar Bagwani, etc.)
Contact Details
| Department / Office | Contact Information |
| Implementing Agency | Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare (DA&FW), Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare |
| Head Office | Krishi Bhawan, Dr. Rajendra Prasad Road, New Delhi – 110001 |
| Helpline Number | 📞 1800-180-1551 (24×7 Kisan Call Centre) |
| Alternate Helpline | 📞 011-23382651 / 011-23386711 |
| Email (National Queries) | atmanirbhar.krishi@agricoop.gov.in |
| Website (Central) | https://agricoop.gov.in |
| NABARD Regional Offices | Available in all States / UTs for scheme-related finance guidance |
| State Agriculture Department (Example) | Arunachal Pradesh – atmanirbharagri@arunachal.gov.in |
| Mobile App / Portal | Atmanirbhar Krishi Portal (State-specific; integrated with Digital Agriculture Mission) |
Feedback & Grievances
- Farmers can lodge grievances through:
- mKisan Portal Feedback Section: https://mkisan.gov.in/feedback.aspx
- Centralized Public Grievance Redress and Monitoring System (CPGRAMS): https://pgportal.gov.in
- Kisan Call Centre (1800-180-1551) — select language and grievance option.
- Complaints are addressed at District Agriculture Offices and escalated to the State Nodal
- Officer if unresolved within 15 working days.
- Quarterly review meetings are conducted by DA&FW to monitor redressal efficiency.
Who’s Who
| Designation | Name / Institution | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Union Minister of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare | Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan | Overall policy leadership |
| Minister of State (Agriculture) | Shri Ramnath Thakur, Shri Bhagirath Choudhary | Supervision & coordination with states |
| Secretary (Agriculture & Farmers Welfare) | Shri Devesh Chaturvedi, IAS | National-level administration |
| Director General (NABARD) | Dr. G.R. Chintala | Financial facilitation & monitoring of subsidy flow |
| Managing Director, SFAC | Smt. N. Vijaya Lakshmi, IAS | FPO implementation & digital support |
| State Agriculture Secretary / Commissioner | (Varies by State) | Nodal officer for state-level execution |
| District Agriculture Officer (DAO) | (District level) | Field-level implementation and grievance handling |
| Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) | Managed by ICAR | Farmer training and technology transfer |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What is the Atmanirbhar Krishi Initiative?
It is an agriculture-focused scheme under the Atmanirbhar Bharat mission to promote self-reliance in farming by providing credit, subsidies, collective scale, and technical support to farmers, SHGs, and FPOs.
2. Who can apply?
Individual farmers, Self Help Groups (SHGs), and Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) engaged in agriculture in that state.
3. What support is offered?
Credit-linked subsidies or grants for agricultural inputs, machinery, farm practices, and capacity-building. Some states provide specific support percentages (e.g. 45% subsidy + 45% loan in Arunachal Pradesh).
4. Do I need collateral?
In some states, loans under certain thresholds are collateral-free (for example Arunachal allows no collateral for loans up to ₹1.60 lakh)
5. What is the applicant share?
Typically a portion (e.g. 10%) is borne by the beneficiary.
6. What kinds of activities are eligible?
Farm mechanization, inputs (seeds, fertilizers), double cropping, horticulture, terrace farming (in hilly areas), and allied practices as per scheme norms.
7. How long is the moratorium / repayment period?
Depends on crop cycles and scheme guidelines; often 12 months to multiple years depending on the activity.
8. Can FPOs apply under this?
Yes, many states explicitly allow FPOs to be beneficiaries under the scheme.
9. What happens if I default?
The usual banking norms apply; scheme guidelines may have penal interest or recovery mechanisms.
10. Where can I apply or get information?
At state agriculture department offices, nodal scheme cell, or the official agriculture portal of your state.