The Union Cabinet raised the PMKSY budget to Rs 6,520 crore to strengthen India’s food processing infrastructure and safety systems.

• Funds will support 50 new multi-product food irradiation units across key agricultural and food production zones.
• 100 modern food testing labs to be set up, enhancing food quality standards and consumer safety nationwide.
• The decision aims to boost agro-processing efficiency and farmers’ income under Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana.