Flowers are not just nature’s gift. They express our deepest emotions, from births to celebrations. Today, they are supercharging Madhya Pradesh farmers’ incomes, rural startups, and export prowess. Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav beamed with pride at Bhopal’s Gulab Udyan. “MP ranks second in India’s flower production, our scents wafting to Paris and London.” He extended the one day state level flower festival. Tied to Krishi Kalyan Varsh 2026. Into a three day extravaganza.
Yadav toured exhibits, chatted with farmers and nursery owners, awarded competition winners, and disbursed scheme benefits. He released a horticulture brochure and watched a short film on state initiatives. Flower cultivation spans 45000 hectares, engaging 40000 farmers who ship millions of tons yearly to Gujarat, Maharashtra, and abroad. Area grew from 37000 hectares in 2021 22 to 44000 now, output hitting 8.6 million tons. Government aids with tech training and subsidies.
This floral push doubles as economic engine. Quick cash crops for steady revenue. Yadav linked it to broader farmer welfare. Bhavantar for soyabean, wheat MSP at Rs 2600/quintal (potentially Rs 2700 in 2026, Rs 3000 by 2030). Micro irrigation subsidies, PMFME’s 45% aid for food ventures, polyhouse grants. Sixteen departments unite for holistic growth in horticulture, dairy, fisheries.
Horticulture Minister Narayan Singh Kushwaha stressed innovation. Experts guide farmers on industrial scale blooms. A three year roadmap targets income surges. As PM Modi’s vision inspires, MP turns petals into prosperity. Proving flowers can fund dreams.
