Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav emphasized that agriculture in Madhya Pradesh has become a profitable venture due to continuous innovations and reforms. Speaking at an event at Samatva Bhavan (CM’s residence) in Bhopal, where he addressed a study delegation from the National Defence College (NDC), Dr. Yadav highlighted how the state has surpassed Punjab, Haryana, and other states in agricultural development.
Dr. Yadav elaborated on the progress made in agriculture and cooperative sectors, particularly in irrigation. He noted that in the financial year 2002-03, only 7 lakh hectares of agricultural land in Madhya Pradesh were irrigated. Today, the state has expanded irrigation facilities to over 55 lakh hectares, ensuring better productivity and sustainability for farmers.
To further support the farming community, the Madhya Pradesh government has set an ambitious target of distributing solar pumps to 30 lakh farmers in the next three years. Additionally, the state will purchase surplus solar energy generated by these farmers, providing them with a dual source of income. Furthermore, the government is offering electricity connections to farmers at a nominal cost of just ₹5.
Dr. Yadav also emphasized that Madhya Pradesh leads the nation in providing the most affordable electricity. He pointed out that even the Delhi Metro runs on power supplied from Madhya Pradesh, demonstrating the state's commitment to energy efficiency and sustainable development.