Integrated development of pulses village in rainfed areas
- The integrated development of pulses village in rainfed areas is a new sub-scheme under the Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY).
- This sub-scheme aims to promote and support the cultivation of pulses in rainfed areas of the country.
- Pulses are an important source of protein and play a significant role in ensuring food security and nutrition in India.
- The sub-scheme focuses on increasing the productivity and production of pulses in rainfed areas by providing necessary infrastructure, technical support, and financial assistance to farmers.
- It aims to enhance the income of farmers engaged in pulse cultivation and improve their overall livelihoods.
- The sub-scheme also includes measures to promote the use of improved production technologies, efficient water management practices, and integrated pest and disease management.
- It aims to create a conducive environment for the cultivation of pulses by addressing various challenges such as the availability of quality seeds, access to credit, market linkages, and post-harvest management.
- The sub-scheme also emphasizes capacity building and training of farmers to adopt modern agricultural practices and technologies for pulse cultivation.
- It encourages the adoption of sustainable agricultural practices that conserve natural resources, promote soil health, and reduce the use of chemical inputs.
- The sub-scheme is implemented through a partnership approach involving various stakeholders including farmers, agricultural institutions, research organizations, and private sector entities.
- It is expected to contribute to the government's efforts towards doubling farmers' income and achieving self-sufficiency in pulses production.

Vegetable initiative for urban clusters
- The vegetable initiative for urban clusters is another new sub-scheme under the Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana.
- This sub-scheme aims to promote the cultivation of vegetables in urban areas and peri-urban areas.
- It recognizes the growing demand for fresh and nutritious vegetables in urban centers and aims to increase their availability through local production.
- The sub-scheme focuses on promoting rooftop and vertical farming, hydroponics, and other innovative cultivation techniques suitable for urban spaces.
- It aims to encourage urban residents, especially women and youth, to take up vegetable cultivation as a source of income and employment.
- The sub-scheme provides support in terms of training, technical guidance, and financial assistance to individuals, self-help groups, and organizations involved in vegetable cultivation in urban clusters.
- It also focuses on creating market linkages and establishing direct marketing channels between urban farmers and consumers.
- The sub-scheme aims to improve the availability and affordability of fresh and hygienic vegetables in urban areas, thereby contributing to food security and nutrition.
- It also promotes the utilization of organic farming practices and sustainable agricultural technologies in urban vegetable cultivation.
- The sub-scheme is implemented through a partnership approach involving urban local bodies, horticulture departments, non-governmental organizations, and other stakeholders.

National mission for protein supplements
- The national mission for protein supplements is yet another new sub-scheme under the Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana.
- This sub-scheme aims to address the protein deficiency in the diets of the Indian population, especially among vulnerable groups such as children, pregnant women, and the elderly.
- It recognizes the importance of protein in human nutrition and the need to enhance its availability through various sources.
- The sub-scheme focuses on promoting the production and consumption of protein-rich crops such as pulses, oilseeds, millets, and animal-based protein