India, Jan. 1 -- Shirdi, Ahilyanagar (Maharashtra) [India], January 1 (ANI) Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Thursday said that this year's Rabi crops are witnessing a bumper harvest and expressed hope that farmers would be blessed with prosperity.

Addressing reporters at a gathering in Shirdi, he said the government remains committed to the welfare of farmers, the poor, and village development.

The Union Minister stated that the vision of a "Viksit Bharat" can be realised through comprehensive village development. He highlighted the importance of the 'VB-G RAM G' scheme, saying it is capable of achieving holistic development in rural areas.

Shivraj Singh Chouhan said, "This year's Rabi crops are having a bumper harvest, and we ...