Maharashtra First to Qualify for Second RKVY Installment
In July 2026, Maharashtra became the first Indian state to qualify for the second installment of the Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY). The state utilized nearly Rs 260 crore out of the first Rs 335 crore, surpassing the 75% utilization benchmark. This approval will lead to the release of another Rs 335 crore for the state.
🔑 Key Points
- •Maharashtra first state for RKVY second installment.
- •Utilized Rs 260 crore from first Rs 335 crore.
- •Exceeded 75% fund utilization benchmark.
- •RKVY launched in 2007-08, Centrally Sponsored Scheme.
- •Funding: 60:40 (GoI: States), 90:10 (NE/Himalayan), 100% (UTs).
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🧠 Practice Question
Which state recently became the first to qualify for the second installment under the Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY)?
- A.Maharashtra
- B.Uttar Pradesh
- C.Madhya Pradesh
- D.Gujarat
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✅ Answer: A. Maharashtra
Maharashtra qualified for the second RKVY installment by utilizing nearly Rs 260 crore from its initial Rs 335 crore.
Source: CIVILGYAN Current Affairs Desk
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