World’s Largest Grain Storage Scheme to Boost PACS Income and Rural Jobs: Amit Shah

Key Highlights:

• Amit Shah chaired a review meeting on June 2, 2025.

• Scheme to boost PACS income and rural employment.

• National mapping of warehouses to be done.

• PACS to connect with FCI, NAFED, NCCF, others.

• Loan support under AIF to be expanded.

Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Amit Shah, chaired a high-level review meeting on June 2, 2025, in New Delhi to assess the progress of the world’s largest cooperative food grain storage scheme. This scheme is being seen as a major step towards rural development, economic growth, and a self-reliant India.

Aim of the Scheme: Strengthening Rural India

The scheme aims to empower Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS) by improving their income sources and creating more jobs in rural areas. It is closely aligned with the government’s vision of “Sahkar Se Samriddhi” (Prosperity through Cooperation) and “Atmanirbhar Bharat” (Self-Reliant India).

Amit Shah emphasized that this initiative will directly contribute to increasing India’s GDP, supporting rural employment, and building a strong cooperative economy.

Key Institutions Participating

The review meeting included top officials from various important institutions such as:

• Ministry of Cooperation

• Food Corporation of India (FCI)

• NABARD

• NAFED

• NCCF

• NCDC

• State Warehousing Corporations

These organizations are playing key roles in the successful planning and implementation of the storage scheme.

Focus on PACS Involvement and Income Growth

Amit Shah underlined that PACS will be at the center of this scheme. Their participation is essential for creating a strong cooperative supply chain across the country. By being involved in storage and distribution, PACS can generate more income and improve their financial stability.

He also stressed the need to link PACS with multiple warehouse networks through organizations like FCI, NCCF, NAFED, and State Warehousing Corporations to meet local storage needs efficiently.

National Mapping of Warehouses Ordered

To improve the storage system, Shah directed the Ministry of Food and Public Distribution and FCI to carry out national-level mapping of warehouses. This will help in identifying gaps and connecting PACS with the nearest storage facilities, leading to better grain management.

Loan Facilities and Infrastructure Support

Another major focus is on expanding loan support under the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF). Shah mentioned that better loan facilities would help PACS build or upgrade their storage infrastructure, improving their overall financial condition and service delivery.

Involvement of States and Marketing Federations

The Union Minister also called on all State Governments to ensure the maximum participation of PACS. He advised them to include State Level Marketing Federations in the scheme so that the entire cooperative supply chain, from storage to market, is well-connected and efficient.

A Step Towards Economic Empowerment

Amit Shah concluded by highlighting the importance of the timely and well-coordinated implementation of the scheme. He said that this storage project will be a milestone in achieving the goals of economic empowerment through cooperation and building a truly self-reliant rural India.

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CMV360 Says

The world’s largest cooperative grain storage scheme is a transformative step towards strengthening rural India. By empowering PACS, creating jobs, and improving infrastructure, it supports the vision of Sahkar Se Samriddhi and Atmanirbhar Bharat. With timely implementation, it promises economic growth and self-reliance through cooperative development across the country.