Rythu Bandhu scheme is the scheme of which of the following states?

Correct option is A

The correct answer is: (a) Telangana

• The Rythu Bandhu Scheme is an agriculture investment support scheme launched by the Government of Telangana in 2018.

• Under the scheme, the state government provides direct cash assistance to farmers to cover initial input costs like seeds, fertilizers, pesticides, and labour.

• As of 2023, farmers receive ₹5,000 per acre per season, amounting to ₹10,000 annually per acre.

• It is considered India’s first direct farmer investment support scheme, and inspired the central government’s PM-KISAN scheme.

• The scheme is fully funded by the state government, benefiting millions of small and marginal farmers.

• Total budget outlay crossed ₹60,000 crore by 2023.
• Covers both Rabi and Kharif seasons.
• Farmers get assistance regardless of crop grown, unlike loan-waiver schemes.
• Recognized by FAO as a model welfare scheme for farmers.
• Only landowners are eligible; tenant farmers are excluded.

• Kerala – Known for Karshaka Kshemanidhi (Farmer Welfare Fund).
• Tamil Nadu – Has schemes like Uzhavar Alangam.
• Andhra Pradesh – Implements YSR Rythu Bharosa, similar to PM-KISAN, launched in 2019.