PM-Kisan 24th instalment: release reported, with Rs 707 crore for Odisha farmers
What happened
According to headlines from The Hindu and The Times of India, the 24th instalment of the PM-Kisan scheme, a central government income-support payment to farmers, is being released. The Times of India reports it will benefit 35.39 lakh farmers in Odisha with a disbursal of Rs 707 crore.
When it started
The Hindu headline says the instalment is to be released "today," but the provided material does not give the exact date. Check the original article for the date.
How it spread
The provided headlines do not describe the disbursal mechanism. According to News On AIR, Prime Minister Modi is also set to launch projects worth ₹14,000 crore in Gujarat, which is a separate announcement.
Why it matters
The PM-Kisan scheme provides direct payments to eligible farmers, and this instalment is reported as a significant transfer for Odisha. The provided sources are headlines only, so details on eligibility and the full national total are unknown.