PM-PRANAM (PM Programme for Restoration, Awareness Generation, Nourishment, and Amelioration of Mother-Earth):

PM-PRANAM Scheme – UPSC Notes

Overview

• Full Form: PM Programme for Restoration, Awareness Generation, Nourishment, and Amelioration of Mother-Earth (PM-PRANAM)
• Aim: Encourage sustainable use of fertilizers and promote organic and natural farming practices.

Key Details

• Nodal Agency: Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers
• Launched: Announced in the Union Budget 2023–24
• Coverage: All States and Union Territories (UTs)

Funding and Allocation

• Funding Mechanism:
  • No separate budget allocation.
  • Financed through savings from the existing fertilizer subsidy.
• Allocation Details:
  • Subsidy Savings:
    • States/UTs that reduce chemical fertilizer consumption in a financial year compared to the previous three years’ average will receive 50% of the saved subsidy amount.
  • Grant Utilization:
    • 70% of Grant: For asset creation related to technological adoption of alternative fertilizers.
    • 30% of Grant: For incentivizing stakeholders, including farmers, panchayats, farmer producer organizations, and self-help groups.

Objective

• The scheme aims to reduce chemical fertilizer consumption and encourage the adoption of sustainable agricultural practices to protect and nourish the environment.