One‑time loan of fifty thousand Indian rupees per tobacco farm.
No interest charged on the loan.
Funds transferred via Direct Benefit Transfer to bank accounts.
Targets approximately 44,000 growers; total budget about 220 crore Indian rupees.
Goal: improve liquidity and reduce private borrowing.
The scheme will support around 44,000 growers, with a total outlay of about 220 crore Indian rupees.
Payments will be made directly to farmers through the Direct Benefit Transfer system.
The assistance is intended to improve cash flow, reduce reliance on private lenders, and help farmers meet household and input expenses.
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