Mizoram to Implement Centre's Crop Insurance Scheme with State Subsidy
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News18•25-02-2026, 17:00
Mizoram to Implement Centre's Crop Insurance Scheme with State Subsidy
•Mizoram Agriculture Minister PC Vanlalruata announced the implementation of the Centre's crop insurance scheme, Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY).
•A State Level Coordination Committee on Crop Insurance (SLCCCI) has been formed to oversee the scheme.
•The scheme will initially cover five crops: paddy, ginger, Mizo chilli, cabbage, and brinjal, starting in high-production potential districts.
•The state government will provide significant premium subsidies under its 'Bana Kaih' scheme, with small farmers paying only 10% of the premium.
•TATA AIG has been selected as the insurer for the scheme.