Mission Atmanirbharta in Pulses

• In October 2025, the Union Minister for Agriculture launched the "Atmanirbhar Pulses" campaign to eliminate India's import dependence on Tur, Urad, and Masur by 2027.
• The mission focuses on increasing the domestic yield of Tur (Arhar), Masur (Lentils), and Urad (Black Gram).
• NAFED and NCCF are authorized to procure these pulses directly from farmers at Minimum Support Prices.
• Registration on the e-Samyukt portal ensures guaranteed purchase at MSP for farmers growing Tur and Masur.
• The initiative emphasizes the use of climate-resilient and high-yielding seed varieties developed by research institutions.

Market Intervention and Buffer Management

• Dynamic buffer stock management is utilized to stabilize domestic prices ....