Indian farmers harvesting tur and chana under the new PM Dhan-Dhaanya and Pulses Self-Reliance Missions launched by PM Modi in 2025.(Representing AI image) Modi’s Big Bet on Pulses: How PM Dhan‑Dhaanya & Self-Reliance Mission Could Transform India’s Pulse Economy - Dr.Sanjaykumar pawar Table of Contents Introduction: Why Pulses Matter More Than Ever Current Landscape of Pulse Production in India 2.1 Area, Yield & Production Trends 2.2 Import Dependency & Price Volatility The New Initiatives: PM Dhan‑Dhaanya & Self-Reliance in Pulses 3.1 PM Dhan‑Dhaanya Krishi Yojana – Key Features & Focus 3.2 Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses (2025–31) – What It Envisions 3.3 Links with Earlier Programs & Budget Announcements Challenges & Bottlenecks in Scaling Pulse Cultivation 4.1 Soil Fertility, Water Stress & Climate Vulnerability 4.2 Seed Systems, R&D & Extension Gaps 4.3 Post-Harvest Losses, Processing & Market Access 4.4...
Farmers managing paddy fields using sustainable water practices, reducing methane emissions and promoting climate-friendly rice cultivation.(Representing ai image) Rice Farming and Methane: Environmental Impact of Paddy Fields Explained Why Paddy Fields Matter in the Methane Debate: Environmental Science and Climate Policy Perspectives -Dr.Sanjaykumar pawar Paddy fields, those iconic stretches of lush green rice paddies, are more than just a staple of agriculture—they are a focal point in the global conversation on climate change. As the world grapples with greenhouse gas emissions and strategies to curb global warming, methane (CH₄) has emerged as a critical concern. Surprisingly, rice cultivation plays a significant role in this debate. Understanding why paddy fields matter in the methane discourse requires diving into environmental science, agricultural practices, and climate policy, revealing both the challenges and opportunities for a sustainable future. ...