India’s Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses

Key Highlights:

• The Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses was launched on October 11, 2025, aiming for self-sufficiency in pulses by 2030-31.
• A financial allocation of ₹11,440 crore has been approved for the mission spanning 2025-26 to 2030-31.
• The mission targets a production of 350 lakh tonnes and a yield of 1,130 kg per hectare by 2030-31.
• It focuses on enhancing the production of Tur, Urad, and Masoor, and expanding cultivation area by 35 lakh hectares.
• NCCF and NAFED are authorized for 100% assured procurement of Tur, Masur, and Urad for four years (2025-26 to 2028-29).
• Digital platforms like Krishi Mapper, SATHI portal, AgriStack, E-Samriddhi, and Vistaar are utilized for monitoring and transparency.
• India's pulse imports declined by 31.52%, and exports rose by 13.40% in 2025-26, indicating early progress.

Detailed Insights:

• The mission aims to reduce India's import dependence on pulses and enhance farmers' income through a comprehensive value-chain approach.
• Key strategies include promoting climate-resilient seeds, distributing 87.5 lakh free seed kits, and establishing 1,000 processing units.
• Significant increases in Minimum Support Price (MSP) for Urad, Tur, and Masur have been announced to incentivize farmers and ensure fair returns.
• NCCF procured 10.55 lakh tonnes of pulses worth ₹7,047 crore, directly benefiting 4.69 lakh farmers.
• 18 pulse processing units have been completed under Pradhan Mantri Kisan SAMPADA Yojana (PMKSY) to strengthen infrastructure.
• The SATHI portal provides a holistic approach to seed traceability, automating the seed supply chain from production to certification.
• AgriStack and Digital Crop Survey integrate unified Farmer IDs with Soil Health Card analytics for targeted nutrient delivery and accurate forecasts.

Key Concepts Involved:

• Aatmanirbharta: Self-reliance, aiming to reduce dependence on imports and boost domestic production.
• Minimum Support Price (MSP): A guaranteed price set by the government for agricultural produce to protect farmers against price fluctuations.
• Value-chain approach: A strategy that integrates all stages of production, processing, and marketing to maximize efficiency and value.
• Geo-fencing: Using GPS or RFID technology to define a virtual geographical boundary, often used for monitoring agricultural activities.