Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan Launches Pulse Self-Reliance Mission in Sehlore, MP
On February 7, 2026, Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare (MoAFW), launched the Nationwide Pulse Self-Reliance Mission, at the Food Legumes Research Centre (FLRP), Amlaha in Sehore, Madhya Pradesh (MP).
Dignitaries: Some of the dignitaries, including Chief Minister (CM) of MP Mohan Yadav, Deputy Chief Minister (Dpy CM) of Odisha Pravati Parida, Union Minister of State (MoS) Bhagirath Choudhary, MoAFW, were also present.
About Pulse Self-Reliance Mission:
Transformation: The mission aims to achieve self-reliance in pulse production across India, transform India into a global exporter of pulses, and support farmer livelihood and strengthen the domestic pulses sector.
Key Components: It includes:

• Cluster-based Production model to boost productivity
• Establishment of seed villages for local distribution of high-quality seeds
  Establishment of 1,000 pulse mills across India, 55 in MP, with government subsidy of up to Rs.25 lakhs per mill, to encourage local processing, value addition, and employment
• Strengthening Research-farmer linkages to ensure adoption of scientific methods and improved crop varieties.

Alignment: The mission aligns with the Government of India (GoI)’s vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat (Self-Reliant India).