India’s cash transfer boom provides relief to the poor while straining budgets

A group of farmers gathers in a field, discussing the benefits of the government's cash transfer programs while holding documents related to the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi initiative.

The government has implemented various schemes, such as the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) and the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) program, which have collectively disbursed billions of rupees. While these cash transfers have provided immediate relief to many, they have also raised concerns about the sustainability of government finances. The ongoing debate highlights the … Read more