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Agri-livestock sector achieves 79% of 13th Plan targets, but funding gaps persist

Apr 18, 2026 4 mins read
Agri-livestock sector achieves 79% of 13th Plan targets, but funding gaps persist

The agriculture and livestock sector achieved 79.2 percent of its 13th Plan targets as of financial year 2025–26, recording strong gains in production, biodiversity, and market linkages.

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