Fourth Agricultural Roadmap of Bihar (2023–2028)

Описание: Launched by President Droupadi Murmu on October 18, 2023, this roadmap aims to take Bihar’s agriculture "to the next level." With an massive investment of ₹1.62 lakh crore, it focuses on sustainability, climate resilience, and doubling farmers' income by 2028.
📍 Key Pillars of the Fourth Roadmap:
• Financial Scope: A dedicated budget of ₹1,62,268.78 crore involving 12 government departments.
• Climate-Resilient Agriculture: Specialized focus on "Climate-Smart" farming to tackle the twin challenges of floods (North Bihar) and droughts (South Bihar).
• Organic Corridor: Expansion of the organic corridor along both banks of the Ganga river and promotion of chemical-free farming.
• Crop Diversification: Strategic shift from traditional cereals to Millets (Shree Anna), oilseeds, pulses, and high-value horticulture (fruits & flowers).
• Digital Agriculture: Integration of modern tech including Drones for nano-urea spraying and digital portals for marketing.
• Water Management: Revival of traditional water bodies and massive promotion of micro-irrigation and farm ponds.
💡 Why This Lecture is Essential for BPSC/UPSC:
1. Mains Answer Writing: We provide data points on how previous roadmaps (1st, 2nd, and 3rd) increased productivity and how the 4th one addresses the remaining gaps.
2. Bihar Special Current Affairs: Deep dive into the "Tal, Diara, and Chaur" development programs mentioned in the roadmap.
3. Allied Sectors: Understanding the focus on Fisheries (Self-sufficiency goal), Animal Husbandry (doorstep veterinary services), and Dairy development.
4. GI Tag Connection: Discussion on how the roadmap promotes Bihar's GI products like Mithila Makhana and Marcha Rice in global markets.

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