<h1>Finance Minister Launches Crop Insurance Schemes to Support Farmers with Low-Premium Coverage for Kharif and Rabi Crops.</h1> The Finance Minister announced the launch of the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana and the Unified Package Insurance Scheme to alleviate distress in the farm sector. The schemes aim to provide low-premium crop insurance, covering a significant portion of farmers, particularly those reliant on rain-fed agriculture. The insurance offers coverage for Kharif and Rabi crops at minimal premiums, with enhanced payouts in case of crop failure. Additionally, the NABARD Agri-Credit Monitoring portal and the E-Shakti Expansion Programme were introduced to improve agricultural loan monitoring and digitize Self-Help Groups. The initiatives are expected to reduce farmer distress and enhance financial inclusion.