Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY): Advancing irrigation-led agricultural transformation

Exam-focused facts from the 6 July 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

The Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY) was launched on 1 July 2015 to advance irrigation-led agricultural transformation.
The PMKSY aims to ensure sustainable water management, expand irrigation coverage, and improve on-farm water efficiency.
The scheme strengthens irrigation through Jal Sanchay for rainwater storage and Jal Sinchan for efficient water application.
Since 2016-17, the PMKSY has benefited over 27 million farmers.
The scheme has created or restored irrigation potential across 24.61 million hectares since 2016-17.