NABARD schemes
Source: The Sangai Express / DIPR

Imphal, July 13 2021: Chief Minister N Biren Singh today launched various welfare schemes implemented under NABARD (National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development) today.

The schemes include Comprehensive Scheme for Development of MSCB Ltd.

and PACS (Primary Agriculture Co-operative Societies) in Manipur, infrastructure support to 10 PACS and two TDF projects in Churachandpur and Pherzwal districts.

On the occasion, the Chief Minister said that the Government has been making continuous efforts for the overall development of the State.

He said that NABARD is a major partner of the State Government.

Mentioning that the Comprehensive Scheme for Development of MSCB Ltd.

and PACS will help strengthen the infrastructure of 46 Primary Agriculture Cooperative Societies in the State, he added that extending financial support of Rs 10 lakh to 10 PACS sanctioned under MSCB Ltd would strengthen the basic infrastructure such as office furniture, PoS machines, softwares etc.

Highlighting the importance of Tribal Development Fund projects, the Chief Minister said that these projects would help in achieving stable horticulture based farming thereby promoting sustainable agriculture and better livelihoods for the communities.

Minister for Tribal Affairs and Hills Vungzagin Valte, Chief Secretary Dr Rajesh Kumar, GM NABARD Dr MS Rao, senior Government and NABARD officials were also present.

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