Budget 2024: Government announces National Cooperation Policy for country's development

The government will introduce the Jan Samarth-based Kisan Credit Card in five states to support farmers.
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents the Union Budget 2024-25 in Lok Sabha, in New Delhi, Tuesday, July 23, 2024.
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents the Union Budget 2024-25 in Lok Sabha, in New Delhi, Tuesday, July 23, 2024.Photo | PTI
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NEW DELHI: The government will introduce a National Cooperation Policy aimed at the overall development of the country, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced on Tuesday while presenting the Budget for 2024-25.

In her address, the Finance Minister outlined several key initiatives. The Centre will promote digital public infrastructure for agriculture in partnership with states, and the Jan Samarth-based Kisan Credit Card will be introduced in five states. Additionally, the government will strengthen the production, storage, and marketing of pulses, aiming to fast-track the growth of the rural economy and create employment opportunities.

Furthermore, the policy will provide finance for shrimp farming and marketing, enhancing the sector's potential and supporting rural livelihoods.

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents the Union Budget 2024-25 in Lok Sabha, in New Delhi, Tuesday, July 23, 2024.
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