Dehradun, June 11 -- Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Thursday stated that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India's agriculture sector has undergone a major transformation over the past 12 years, with several initiatives significantly strengthening the farming community across the country.

In a statement issued by the Chief Minister's Office, Dhami said schemes such as PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi, the Crop Insurance Scheme, Kisan Credit Card, expansion of irrigation facilities, and increased use of technology in agriculture have empowered farmers and improved their income, while also strengthening rural economies.

He said these policy interventions have brought positive changes in the lives of millions of...