India began a nationwide pulses revolution from Amlaha, Madhya Pradesh, launching the Self-Reliance in Pulses Mission to boost production, farmer income, and end import dependence.

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• Nationwide pulses revolution was launched from Amlaha in Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, under Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan at FLRP campus.

• Self-Reliance in Pulses Mission aims to make India fully self-sufficient in pulses, shifting from import dependence towards becoming a global exporter.

• Mission follows a farmer-centric, field-driven approach involving farmers, scientists, FPOs, seed companies, millers, and policymakers in shaping pulse sector reforms.

• Government adopted a seed-to-market strategy focusing on quality seeds, regional varieties, scientific farming, processing facilities, and assured market access for farmers.

• Cluster-based model will promote pulses processing near production areas, supported by establishment of 1,000 pulse mills with subsidies up to ₹25 lakh per unit.

• Farmers joining pulse clusters will receive seed kits and financial assistance of ₹10,000 per hectare to encourage model pulse cultivation practices.

• Government assured full protection of farmers’ interests in international trade agreements, keeping pulses and other sensitive crops outside compromise frameworks.