India Launches Nationwide Pulses Revolution from This Part In Country

A major shift in India’s agriculture policy began from a small town in Madhya Pradesh. On February 7, 2026, the nationwide pulses revolution was launched from Amlaha in Sehore district. The event marked the formal rollout of the Self-Reliance in Pulses Mission, aimed at ending India’s dependence on imported pulses. The message from the ground was clear India will now move from importing pulses to becoming a global exporter, with farmers at the centre of policy decisions.

Nationwide Pulses Revolution Launched from Amlaha

• The nationwide pulses revolution was launched at the Food Legumes Research Centre (FLRP), Amlaha, under the chairmanship of Shivraj Singh Chouhan.
• The National Pulses Consultation brought together Union and State Agriculture Ministers, scientists, FPOs, seed companies, millers, and progressive farmers.
• Unlike earlier policy meetings, this dialogue was field-driven, not file-driven.
• The roadmap for the Self-Reliance in Pulses Mission was shaped directly with farmers participation, making it a landmark step in farmer-centric agricultural governance.

Self-Reliance in Pulses Mission: Clear Policy Direction

• The Self Reliance in Pulses Mission aims to make India fully independent in pulses production.
• Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan stated that importing pulses is “a matter of shame” and India must become an exporter.
• The mission focuses on increasing area under pulses, improving productivity, and ensuring profitability for farmers.
• The Centre made it clear that pulses self-reliance is not a slogan but a national priority linked with food security, nutrition, and farmer income growth under a long-term strategy.

Seed to Market Approach in Pulses Mission

• A key pillar of the Self-Reliance in Pulses Mission is the seed-to-market value chain.
• The government will focus on quality seeds, scientific farming practices, processing, and assured markets.
• No seed will now be released centrally from Delhi.
• Instead, seed villages and state-level seed systems will be strengthened so farmers get region-specific, high-yielding varieties. Farmers joining clusters will receive seed kits and financial support of ₹10,000 per hectare for model pulse farming.

Cluster Model and 1,000 Pulse Mills Plan

• Under the nationwide pulses revolution, the government will promote a cluster-based model.
• Pulses will be processed where they are grown.
• The Centre will support the establishment of 1,000 pulse mills across India, with a subsidy of up to ₹25 lakh per unit. Madhya Pradesh alone will get 55 pulse mills.
• This will create rural jobs, reduce post-harvest losses, and ensure farmers earn more through value addition instead of selling raw produce at low prices.

Farmers Interests Protected in International Agreements

• Addressing concerns over international trade agreements, Shri Chouhan assured that no compromise will be made on Indian farmers interests.
• Sensitive crops like Wheat, rice, maize, soybean, pulses, dairy, poultry, ethanol, and vegetables are fully protected.
• He dismissed opposition claims and stated that agreements will boost exports of basmati rice, spices, textiles, and other products while keeping Indian agriculture secure.
• Farmers markets, MSP, and domestic production remain the priority.

Why Pulses Matter for India

• Pulses are the primary source of protein for a large vegetarian population in India.
• Despite being one of the largest producers, India still imports pulses due to demand-supply gaps.
• Increasing pulses production improves nutrition, soil health through nitrogen fixation, and farmers income.
• A strong pulses sector also reduces foreign exchange outflow and strengthens food security.

About Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses (Self-Reliance in Pulses Mission)

Aspect	Details
Mission Name	Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses
Objective	Achieve self-sufficiency in pulse production
Announced By	Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in Budget Speech
Launch Date	11 October, 2025 (by PM Narendra Modi)
Budget Reference	Union Budget 2025-26
Mission Period	6 years (2025-26 to 2030-31)
Total Outlay	₹11,440 crore

Key Focus Areas of the Mission

Focus Area	Description
Climate-Resilient Varieties	Development and promotion of high-protein, climate-resilient pulse varieties
Productivity Enhancement	Increasing yield through improved seeds, technology, and practices
Area Expansion	Bringing more land under pulse cultivation
Post-Harvest Management	Strengthening storage, processing, and supply chain infrastructure
Farmer Remuneration	Ensuring fair and remunerative prices for pulse farmers

Production, Area, and Yield Targets (By 2030-31)

Indicator	2023-24 (Baseline)	2030-31 (Target)	Increase
Total Production	242 lakh MT	350 lakh MT	+45%
Area Under Pulses	275 lakh ha	310 lakh ha	+13%
Yield	881 kg/ha	1,130 kg/ha	+28%

Pulses Cultivation Area by Major States (2023-24)

State	Area (lakh hectares)
Rajasthan	54.67
Madhya Pradesh	51.00
Maharashtra	44.00
Uttar Pradesh	30.00
Total (India)	275.00

Pulses Production by Major States (2023-24)

State	Production (lakh metric tonnes)
Madhya Pradesh	59.74
Maharashtra	40.00
Rajasthan	33.00
Uttar Pradesh	31.00
Total (India)	242.00

Major Pulse Crops and Producing States

Pulse/Crop	Ranking/Importance	Major Producing States
Gram (Chana)	Largest share in area & production	Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh
Moong	Second largest	Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh
Tur (Arhar)	Important kharif pulse	Karnataka, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh
Urad	Widely cultivated	Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra
Masoor (Lentil)	Region-specific	Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh

Question

Q. From where was the nationwide pulses revolution launched?

A. Indore
B. Amlaha
C. Bhopal
D. Nagpur