New Delhi, Oct. 24 -- The Madhya Pradesh government has released Rs.317.86 crore in crop insurance payouts for farmers who suffered crop losses and were awaiting claim settlements. The amount was transferred to the bank accounts of eligible farmers under the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana.

"Under the 'Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana', Rs.317.86 crore in crop insurance amount for the Rabi season 2025-26 was transferred to the accounts of the annadatas (farmers)," chief minister Mohan Yadav said in a X post.

The announcement followed a programme held in Sardarpur in Dhar district, where the chief minister released the insurance amount.

According to the government, nearly 16.70 lakh applicants will benefit from the disbursement. Farmer...