Here’s a curated list of 50 recent major government schemes launched or updated in 2024–

2025 across sectors, each with a brief explanation:

Agriculture & Rural Development

1. Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses – A six-year initiative to boost pulse self-

sufficiency via climate-resilient seeds and procurement support. (सरकारी योजना,
Reuters)

2. Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana – A six-year mission impacting 100

districts to improve irrigation, storage, and diversify crop production. (The Times of
India, Civil Sarthi)

3. National Mission on High-Yielding Seeds – Accelerates release and availability of

high-yield seed varieties, enhancing productivity. (सरकारी योजना)

4. Mission for Cotton Productivity – Focuses on sustainable practices and tech

solutions to raise extra-long staple cotton outputs. (सरकारी योजना)

5. Smart Agriculture Empowerment Scheme (SAES) – Introduced in Budget 2025,

leverages AI for crop planning, weather forecasts, and insurance support. (SSO ID
Portal Rajasthan, Civil Sarthi)

6. Enhanced Kisan Credit Cards (KCCs) – Raised working capital limits from ₹3 lakh to
₹5 lakh for farmers to support agri-input needs. (सरकारी योजना, Civil Sarthi)

7. Atmanirbhar Oil Seeds Abhiyan – Launched in mid-2024 to boost domestic edible

oilseed production. (Civil Sarthi)

Skill Development & Entrepreneurship

8. New Skilling Programme – Aims to train 20 lakh youth over five years by upgrading
1,000 ITIs with industry-aligned curriculum. (ClearTax, Jagranjosh.com)

9. Comprehensive Internship Opportunities Scheme – Offers internships to 1 crore

youth in top companies, with monthly allowances and support. (Jagranjosh.com)

10. Scheme for First-Time Entrepreneurs – Term loans up to ₹2 crore, plus online
managerial training for women, SC, and ST beneficiaries. (ClearTax, सरकारी योजना)

11. Bharatiya Bhasha Pustak Scheme – Provides digital-format Indian language

textbooks for students in schools and higher education. (ClearTax, Civil Sarthi)

12. Social Security Scheme for Gig Workers – Registers gig workers through e-Shram and
offers them PM-Jan Arogya Yojana health benefits. (ClearTax, Civil Sarthi)
 13. Internship Opportunity Programme (Budget 2025) – Same as #9 but highlighted
among new initiatives. (Civil Sarthi)

14. Fund of Funds for Startups – A ₹10,000 crore fund to support DPIIT-recognized
startups. (Civil Sarthi)

Health, Nutrition & Welfare

15. Saksham Anganwadi & Poshan 2.0 – Enhanced nutritional support for 8 crore
children, 1 crore mothers, and 20 lakh adolescent girls. (ClearTax, Civil Sarthi)

16. Subhadra Yojana (Odisha) – Offers ₹50,000 over 5 years to women in economically
weaker sections, disbursed via bi-annual installments. (Wikipedia)

17. PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana – Enables 1 crore households to install rooftop solar
and receive 300 free units monthly. (Wikipedia)

18. Ayushman Bharat – PM Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY) – Continues to offer ₹5

lakh/year of free health coverage to eligible families. (knowledgehubforall)

19. PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) – Directly transfers ₹6,000 annually to small
and marginal farmers, now with enhanced payouts and insurance linkages.
(sarkarijunction.com)

20. National Digital Health Mission (NDHM) – Creates digital health IDs and online
records for seamless healthcare. (knowledgehubforall, currentaffairsworld.in)

21. Janani Suraksha Yojana (JSY) – Encourages institutional deliveries; recent reports
highlight execution gaps. (The Times of India)

Infrastructure & Connectivity

22. National Broadband Mission 2.0 – Extends high-speed broadband to 2.7 lakh villages
and key institutions by 2030, targeting 100 Mbps average speeds. (Wikipedia)

23. Kavach Train Protection System – Rolled out in key NCR railway zones to enhance
safety with train auto-braking systems. (The Times of India)

24. Road Connectivity in LWE Regions – ₹195 crore sanctioned for rural roads in Maoist-
affected districts to improve access. (The Times of India)

25. Projects in Gaya (Tourism & Infra) – ₹300 crore airport expansion and heritage
corridor development announced during PM’s August visit. (The Times of India)

Environment & Energy

 26. Green India Digital Mission – Launched in 2025 to use digital tools for environmental
monitoring and carbon tracking. (theIAShub, SSO ID Portal Rajasthan)

27. Rooftop Solar Scheme 2.0 – Expanded subsidies for residential solar panel
installations. (theIAShub)

28. National Green Credit Programme – Introduces tradable carbon credits to reward
eco-friendly contributions. (theIAShub)

29. PLI 2.0 Schemes – Offers production-linked incentives for sectors like EVs, pharma,
semiconductors. (theIAShub)

Governance & Social Security

30. National Digital Nagrik Mission – Delivers a unified digital citizen ID for streamlined
access to services. (theIAShub)

31. National Data Governance Policy – Advocates open public data access and AI
readiness. (theIAShub)

32. National Research Foundation (NRF) – Allocated ₹50,000 crore to fund university
research projects. (theIAShub)

33. Samagra Shiksha 2.0 – Upgrades school education with increased EdTech integration.
(theIAShub)

34. PM SHRI Schools – Establishes holistic model schools nationwide; over 14,500
identified. (theIAShub)

35. PM MITRA Scheme – Sets up textile parks for employment and textile sector growth
—7 approved. (theIAShub)

36. Urban Infrastructure Development Fund – Enhances infrastructure in tier-2/3 cities

under MoHUA. (theIAShub)

37. PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan – Digitally aligns infrastructure and logistics
across ministries. (theIAShub, Jaagruk Bharat)

38. National Logistics Policy – Reduces logistics costs with updated supply-chain
regulations. (theIAShub)

39. Yuva Nidhi Scheme (Karnataka) – Offers ₹3,000/month (degree) or ₹1,500/month

(diploma) to unemployed youth. (Wikipedia)

40. SVAMITVA Scheme – Delivers drone-based rural property mapping and property
cards; 65 lakh issued in Jan 2025. (Wikipedia)
UID & Housing

41. SWAMIH Fund 2 – A ₹15,000 crore fund to complete 1 lakh middle-income housing
units in stalled projects. (ClearTax, Civil Sarthi)

42. Credit Cards for Micro Enterprises – Grants ₹5 lakh credit access for Udyam-
registered micro businesses. (सरकारी योजना)

43. India Post: Catalyst for Rural Economy – Expands digital banking, DBT, EMI services
through post offices. (सरकारी योजना)

Women & Community Empowerment

44. PM Surakshit Mahila Yojana – Offers helpline support and legal aid for women's
safety. (theIAShub)

45. Mission Shakti 2.0 – A merged umbrella scheme for comprehensive women's
empowerment. (theIAShub)

46. Namo Drone Didi Yojana – Trains rural women (SHG) to offer drone-based agri-
services with ₹8–10 lakh grants. (Times of Globe)

47. Ujjwala Yojana 2.0 – Continues providing LPG connections and subsidies to BPL
households. (Times of Globe, currentaffairsworld.in)

48. PM SVANidhi Yojana – Enhances street vendor access to incremental loans, UPI
incentives, and repayment benefits. (Times of Globe, Jaagruk Bharat)

49. Har Ghar Tiranga (UP) – Distributing 6 million flags via SHGs ahead of Independence
Day to foster patriotism and women's employment. (Indiatimes)

Energy Subsidy

50. LPG Subsidy & Relief Package – ₹420.6 billion relief including subsidized gas for
households and women in 100 million poor families. (Reuters)
Central Government Schemes (2024–2025)

1. Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana – Boosts agricultural productivity,

storage, irrigation, and crop diversification in 100 aspirational districts, benefiting
around 1.7 crore farmers. (Civil Sarthi, ClearTax)

2. Rural Prosperity & Resilience Programme – A multi-sectoral rural upliftment

initiative targeting rural youth, women, and small farmers through technology, skills,
and entrepreneurship. (Civil Sarthi, ClearTax)

3. Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses – A timeline of six years dedicated to achieving

self-reliance in pulses like Tur, Urad, and Masoor via better seeds, procurement, and
storage. (Civil Sarthi, सरकारी योजना)

4. Scheme for First-Time Entrepreneurs – Facilitates loans up to ₹2 crore and capacity-

building for women, SC, and ST first-time entrepreneurs. (Civil Sarthi, ClearTax)

5. Saksham Anganwadi & Poshan 2.0 – Enhances nutrition support for children,
mothers, and adolescent girls with increased budget norms. (Civil Sarthi, ClearTax)

6. Bharatiya Bhasha Pustak Scheme – Provides digital-language textbooks for students

in schools and colleges to support multilingual education. (Civil Sarthi, ClearTax)

7. Social Security for Gig Workers – Registers gig workers via e-Shram and integrates
them with PM-JAY healthcare benefits. (Civil Sarthi, ClearTax)

8. SWAMIH Fund 2.0 – Allocates ₹15,000 crore to complete stalled housing projects,
targeting 1 lakh units for middle-income families. (Civil Sarthi, ClearTax)

9. Atal Tinkering Labs Expansion – Aims to establish 50,000 innovation labs in

government schools to foster creativity and scientific thinking. (Civil Sarthi, ClearTax)

10. Internship Opportunity Programme – Offers 1 crore internships over five years with
stipends and one-time joining benefits. (Civil Sarthi, Jagranjosh.com)

11. Jal Jeevan Mission Extension – Extends piped water access to all rural households by
2028. (Civil Sarthi, Current Affairs Adda247)

12. Kisan Credit Card Enhancement – Raises working capital limit to ₹5 lakh for farmers,
irrigators, and dairy farmers. (Civil Sarthi, Current Affairs Adda247)

13. MSME Credit Guarantee & Support – Offers collateral-free loans backed by
government guarantee to MSMEs. (Civil Sarthi, Current Affairs Adda247)

14. Fund of Funds for Startups – A ₹10,000 crore facility to support DPIIT-recognized
startups. (Civil Sarthi, Current Affairs Adda247)

15. National Manufacturing Mission – Promotes clean-tech manufacturing in sectors like

EV batteries and solar PV via “Make in India.” (सरकारी योजना, Civil Sarthi)
 16. Comprehensive Vegetables & Fruits Programme – Enhances production, processing,
and marketing via FPOs and cooperatives. (सरकारी योजना)

17. India Post – Rural Catalyst – Expands digital financial services, DBT, EMIs, and credit
access through post offices. (सरकारी योजना)

18. PLI Scheme for Electronic Components – Promotes domestic production of PCBs,
batteries, and electronics, generating jobs and output. (Scribd)

19. Kosi‐Mechi Link Project (PMKSY-AIBP) – A ₹6,282 crore irrigation initiative in Bihar
to irrigate over 2 lakh hectares. (Scribd)

20. MGNREGS Wage Hike (2025–26) – Raises wages by ~2.33%, with Haryana reaching
₹400/day. (Scribd)

21. PM-Vidyalaxmi Scheme – Education loans to meritorious students via Bank of

Baroda and the Vidyalaxmi portal. (Scribd)

22. Electric Mobility Promotion Scheme (EMPS) 2024 – Supports e-2W and e-3W
adoption and ecosystem growth. (YouTube)

23. ADITI (iDEX) – Funds deep-tech advancements for defence; grants up to ₹25 crore
per project. (YouTube)

24. NPS Vatsalya – Enables guardians to open NPS for minors, seamlessly transitioning at
adulthood. (YouTube, ClearTax)

25. Har Ghar Tiranga Campaign (UP) – Distributes flags via SHGs and promotes
patriotism and women's income. (Indiatimes)

26. Cooking Gas Subsidy & Relief Package – ₹420.6 billion approved to subsidize LPG
and provide connections to women in 100 million poor households. (Reuters)

27. National Broadband Mission 2.0 – Connects 2.7 lakh villages with high-speed
broadband and boosts internet infrastructure. (Wikipedia)

28. Road Infrastructure Boost – Aims to award ₹7–10 lakh crore worth of road projects
annually. (The Economic Times)

29. ADITI, EMPS, etc. – Technology, employment, and green mobility with deep impact
across sectors (as above).

State-Level and Other Schemes (2024–2025)

30. Subhadra Yojana (Odisha) – Launched in Sep 2024, provides financial aid to over 1
crore women aged 21–60. (Wikipedia)
31. PM Vishwakarma Scheme – A ₹13,000 crore outlay strengthens artisan ecosystems
with tool vouchers, training, and loans. (Wikipedia)

32. Yuva Nidhi (Karnataka) – Provides ₹3,000 (degree) or ₹1,500 (diploma) per month
allowance to unemployed youth up to 2 years. (Wikipedia, The Times of India)

33. Gruha Jyoti (Karnataka) – Offers free electricity up to 200 units/month for
households. (Wikipedia)

34. Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana (Maharashtra) – ₹1,500/month to women

under empowerment targets and SHG support. (The Times of India)

35. Agal Vilakku (Tamil Nadu) – Six-week training program for girl students on cyber-
safety and wellbeing. (The Times of India)

36. Sanna Biyyam Scheme (Telangana) – Distributes premium rice through ration
outlets. (GK Books)

37. Antyodaya Gruha Yojana (Odisha) – Grants ₹1.2 lakh for constructing pucca houses.
(GK Books)

38. Mukhya Mantri Mahila Udyamita Abhiyan (Assam) – Provides ₹10,000 seed capital
to women entrepreneurs. (GK Books)

39. PM Trading Scheme (Gujarat) – Implements industry PM2.5 trading for air pollution
control. (GK Books)

40. Pink E-Rickshaw Initiative (Maharashtra) – Eco-transport empowering women

drivers. (GK Books)

41. Ayushman Vay Vandana (Delhi) – Provides ₹10 lakh health insurance for citizens
aged 70+. (GK Books)

42. Biofuel Scheme (Madhya Pradesh) – Promotes sustainable biofuel production and
usage. (GK Books)

43. Electronics Components Manufacturing (Tamil Nadu) – Boosts local electronics

infrastructure. (GK Books)

44. Pragati Patha Scheme (Karnataka) – Develops 7,110 km of rural roads at ₹5,190
crore. (GK Books)

45. MISHTI (Gujarat) – Large-scale mangrove afforestation to secure shorelines and

livelihoods. (GK Books)

46. Mahila Samriddhi (Delhi) – Issued ₹2,500/month to economically vulnerable

women. (GK Books)

47. Rajiv Yuva Vikasam (Telangana) – Provides up to ₹3 lakh for unemployed youth in
marginalized communities. (GK Books)
 48. One Time Settlement (Haryana) – Settles dues with 50% payment for traders owing
₹10L–₹10Cr. (GK Books)

49. One Time Settlement (Rajasthan) – Helps farmers and small entrepreneurs avoid
financial crises. (GK Books)

50. Har Ghar Tiranga (UP) – (also central coverage) promotes national spirit and SHG
employment via flag distribution. (Indiatimes)

1. Social Welfare & Poverty Alleviation

1. Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) – (2014) Financial inclusion program to
provide bank accounts, insurance, and pension access to the unbanked population.

2. Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY) – (2020) Free food grains to
poor families during COVID-19, extended multiple times.

3. National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP) – (1995, ongoing reforms) Provides

pensions to elderly, widows, and disabled people below poverty line.

4. Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) – (2000) Highly subsidized food grains for the poorest
households.

5. One Nation One Ration Card (ONORC) – (2019) Allows beneficiaries to get subsidized
food grains anywhere in India.

2. Agriculture & Rural Development

6. Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) – (2016) Crop insurance to protect
farmers from natural calamities.

7. Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana (PMKSY) – (2015) Ensuring water to every farm
with efficient irrigation practices.

8. Soil Health Card Scheme – (2015) Soil testing for nutrient deficiencies and providing
tailored fertilizer recommendations.

9. Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY) – (2007, continued) Support for holistic
agricultural development.

10. PM Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) – (2019) ₹6,000 annual income support to
small and marginal farmers.

11. National Mission on Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA) – (2014) Promotes climate-

resilient farming practices.
3. Employment & Skill Development

12. Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) – (2005,
ongoing) Guarantees 100 days of wage employment per year to rural households.

13. Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) – (2015) Skill training for youth to
improve employability.

14. Startup India Scheme – (2016) Promotes entrepreneurship with tax benefits and
funding support.

15. Stand Up India Scheme – (2016) Loans for women and SC/ST entrepreneurs to start
businesses.

4. Education

16. Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan – (2018) Integrated scheme for school education from pre-
school to class 12.

17. Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) – (2015) Promote girl child education and stop
gender-based discrimination.

18. Mid-Day Meal Scheme – (1995, ongoing updates) Free meals to school children to
improve nutrition and attendance.

19. PM eVIDYA Programme – (2020) Digital learning initiative during COVID-19 for school
students.

5. Health & Nutrition

20. Ayushman Bharat – Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY) – (2018) ₹5 lakh
per family per year health insurance for poor families.

21. Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana (PMSSY) – (2006, ongoing) Strengthening
health infrastructure, setting up AIIMS-like institutes.

22. Mission Indradhanush – (2014) Universal immunization for children and pregnant
women.

23. Poshan Abhiyaan – (2018) Comprehensive nutrition mission to reduce stunting and
anemia.

24. National Health Mission (NHM) – (2013) Strengthening rural and urban healthcare
systems.
6. Women & Child Development

25. Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY) – (2017) ₹5,000 cash incentive for
pregnant and lactating mothers.

26. Ujjwala Yojana – (2016) Free LPG connections to women from BPL households.

27. Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana – (2015) Savings scheme for girl child’s education and
marriage.

7. Infrastructure & Housing

28. Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) – (2015) Affordable housing for urban and
rural poor.

29. Bharatmala Pariyojana – (2017) National highway development program.

30. Sagarmala Project – (2015) Port modernization and coastal development.

31. Smart Cities Mission – (2015) Urban renewal for 100 cities.

8. Environment & Energy

32. Ujjwal DISCOM Assurance Yojana (UDAY) – (2015) Reviving state electricity
distribution companies.

33. UJALA Scheme – (2015) Distribution of LED bulbs to promote energy efficiency.

34. National Electric Mobility Mission Plan – (2013) Promote adoption of electric
vehicles.

35. National Solar Mission – (2010) Promote solar energy generation in India.

9. Digital India & Technology

36. Digital India Programme – (2015) E-governance and internet access across India.

37. BharatNet Project – (2011, expanded) Rural broadband connectivity through optical
fiber.

38. Aadhaar – (2009) Biometric identification system for government services.

10. Finance & Industry

39. Make in India – (2014) Boost manufacturing and attract foreign investments.
 40. Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan – (2020) Self-reliant India mission with economic
reforms.

41. MUDRA Yojana – (2015) Loans for micro and small enterprises.

42. Gold Monetisation Scheme – (2015) Mobilize idle gold and earn interest.

11. Transport & Connectivity

43. PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan – (2021) Infrastructure coordination and faster
project completion.

44. UDAN Scheme – (2016) Affordable regional air travel.

45. Dedicated Freight Corridor (DFC) – (2006, progress in 2020s) Railway freight
modernization.

12. Special Category & Regional Schemes

46. North East Special Infrastructure Development Scheme (NESIDS) – (2017) Infra
development in NE states.

47. PM-DevINE – (2022) Development of NE region through social and infra projects.

48. Aspirational Districts Programme – (2018) Socio-economic upliftment of backward

districts.

13. Recent 2024–2025 Launches

49. PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana – (2024) Rooftop solar installations with free
electricity for households.

50. Viksit Bharat 2047 Vision Schemes – (2024–25) Long-term mission plans for
developed India by 2047.