Farmers income doubled in seven years, claims Tripura Agriculture Minister

IANS April 15, 2025 119 views

Tripura's agricultural landscape has witnessed a remarkable transformation under the BJP government's leadership. The state's farmers have seen their monthly income double from Rs 6,580 to Rs 13,590 in just seven years. Agriculture Minister Ratan Lal Nath highlighted significant achievements, including 30 blocks becoming self-sufficient in food production. The government continues to focus on farmer welfare and technological advancement in agriculture.

"Without the development of the cultivators, the growth of the state and the country is not possible" - Ratan Lal Nath
Agartala, April 14: Fulfilling the Central and state governments' target, the monthly income of the farmers in Tripura doubled in seven years, claimed Tripura Agriculture Minister Ratan Lal Nath on Monday.

Key Points

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BJP government claims significant agricultural transformation in Tripura

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30 out of 58 blocks now self-sufficient in food production

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State targets potato production self-sufficiency by 2028-29

Addressing an official function at tribal inhabited Takarjala in Sepahijala district, the Minister claimed that when the BJP government came to power in Tripura in 2018, the monthly income of the farmers was Rs 6,580 and increased to Rs 13,590.

"Our government's efforts to further increase the farmers' income would continue, and the farmers' all-round welfare is the BJP government's top priority," he said.

He said that out of 58 blocks, 30 blocks in Tripura have become self-sufficient in food production.

"Tripura is one of the leading states in the northeastern region in producing rice seeds," said Nath, who also holds the Power portfolio.

Terming the farmers as 'Annadata', the minister said that without the development of the cultivators, the growth of the state and the country is not possible.

"We have to express our sincere love to the farmers and have to give them proper respect. If the farmers remain happy and healthy, then the people would remain happy," Nath pointed out.

He said that the Tripura government every year procures paddy from farmers at the Minimum Support Price (MSP), adding that Tripura increased the potato productivity three times more than the earlier average productivity of 3066 kg per 0.39669 acre.

Claiming that Tripura is likely to be self-sufficient in potato production by 2028-29, the minister said that under the Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY), the government has been providing all kinds of assistance and guidance to use the latest technology more and more to increase the potato productivity in the state.

The minister said that though Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Gujarat, Bihar and West Bengal are the major suppliers of potato seeds in the country, the state government procures potato seeds from Kurukshetra (Haryana).

Among all vegetables, potatoes are a staple in Indian cuisine, making them essential in any vegetable-based dish. While generally affordable throughout the year, high demand for potatoes sometimes leads to shortages that capture media attention.

Reader Comments

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Priya K.
This is such encouraging news! My uncle is a farmer in Tripura and he's been able to send his kids to better schools in recent years. The MSP support makes a real difference. 👏
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Rahul S.
While the income growth is impressive, I wonder how much of this is inflation-adjusted? Also would like to see more details about how this compares to rising input costs for farmers.
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Meena P.
As someone from Tripura, I've seen the potato fields expanding every year! The focus on self-sufficiency is great, but hope they're also teaching sustainable farming practices.
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Amit D.
Doubling income in 7 years is no small feat. The rice seed production leadership in NE region is particularly noteworthy. Hope other states can learn from Tripura's example.
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Sunita R.
My farmer parents always say "respect the annadata" - glad to see the government taking this seriously. The tech assistance programs sound promising! 🌱
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Deepak M.
Good progress, but we need to ensure benefits reach all farmers equally. Sometimes small/marginal farmers get left behind in these success stories. More transparency in data would help.

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