Bhopal: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has said that the cooperative sector is the backbone of the state’s rural economy, and the government is continuously working to strengthen it by empowering farmers, rural communities, and small entrepreneurs.
He said cooperatives are not just an institutional system but a collective platform for social upliftment, which is now being transformed through modern technology, transparency, and public participation.
4,536 PACS Computerised for Transparency and Efficiency
The Chief Minister announced that more than 4,536 Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS) in the state have been successfully computerised.
This major digital transformation aims to ensure:
- Greater transparency in cooperative functioning
- Faster and more efficient service delivery
- Direct benefit transfer to eligible farmers
- Improved accountability in rural financial systems
Officials said the move will significantly strengthen trust in cooperative institutions.
Digital Integration of Cooperative Institutions
CM Yadav said the government is integrating cooperative institutions with digital platforms to modernize their daily operations.
Key objectives include:
- Simplifying access to agricultural credit
- Ensuring availability of seeds and fertilizers
- Strengthening storage and marketing facilities
- Reducing delays and improving service delivery
He added that digital systems will make cooperative services more farmer-friendly and efficient.
Youth and Farmers Being Connected to Cooperative Movement
The state government is actively encouraging youth and farmers to join the cooperative movement, turning it into a mass participation initiative.
New schemes and reforms are being introduced to:
- Promote innovation in the cooperative sector
- Strengthen financial stability of cooperative societies
- Encourage youth participation in rural economic activities
CM Yadav said this transformation is helping cooperatives evolve into a people-driven movement.
Focus on Transparency, Innovation, and Public Welfare
The Chief Minister emphasized that the government is prioritizing:
- Transparency in governance
- Innovation in cooperative systems
- Public welfare-oriented development
He said cooperative institutions are being expanded and strengthened to support schemes related to:
- Farmer welfare
- Agricultural development
- Rural infrastructure
- Tribal development programs
Coordination with Central Government Accelerating Reforms
CM Yadav noted that the state is working in coordination with the central government to modernize the cooperative sector.
As part of these efforts:
- Digitalization of PACS has been completed
- Cooperative systems are being made more efficient
- Farmers are receiving timely access to government schemes
Experts believe this digital transformation will significantly boost rural economic growth in Madhya Pradesh.
A New Digital Era for Cooperatives in MP
The large-scale computerisation of PACS marks a major step toward building a transparent, technology-driven cooperative ecosystem in Madhya Pradesh. The initiative is expected to improve farmer services, strengthen rural institutions, and accelerate inclusive growth across the state.
