New Delhi: Amid widespread misinformation surrounding the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana, the Centre has issued a major clarification to address confusion among farmers. In an official statement on its website, the government revealed that several lakh farmers had registered for the scheme despite being ineligible under existing guidelines. These irregular applications have now been flagged as suspicious.

Massive Verification and Cleanup Drive

According to the government, many of the flagged cases involve individuals who acquired land after February 1, 2019, or multiple members of the same family—spouses, senior relatives, or even minors—receiving benefits simultaneously. Read Also PM Kisan Yojana 21st Installment May Be Delayed, Farmers Must Complete e-KYC To Receive Payment

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