**Executive Summary**
The Ministry of Cooperation held its first regional workshop in Jaipur on April 24, 2026, to advance the "Sahkar se Samriddhi" vision through transformative cooperative reforms. The event focused on finalizing state-wise action plans for FY 2026–27, specifically targeting the expansion of Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS) and decentralized grain storage. Key deadlines were established for States and Union Territories to meet grain storage targets by September 2026 and September 2027.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **World’s Largest Grain Storage Plan (WLGSP)**
* Review of progress regarding loan sanctioning processes and implementation under Agricultural Marketing Infrastructure (AMI).
* Focus on PACS identification, land finalization, and the preparation of Detailed Project Reports (DPR).
* Establishment of roadmaps to meet infrastructure targets by September 2026 and September 2027.
* **Multipurpose PACS (M-PACS) and WDRA Integration**
* Setting district-wise targets for the formation, registration, and affiliation of M-PACS for FY 2026–27.
* Strategies to expand credit activities, increase deposits, and diversify business activities to enhance income.
* Briefing on the Warehousing Development and Regulatory Authority (WDRA) framework to onboard PACS, focusing on simplified procedures and training support.
* **Dairy and Fisheries Cooperative Strengthening**
* Implementation of plans to increase membership, improve productivity, and build sustainable value chains.
* Focus on revival strategies for weak cooperatives and integration with institutional finance systems.
* **Infrastructure and Operational Coordination**
* Presentations by FCI, NAFED, NCCF, CWC, and SWC regarding warehouse development, location identification, and hiring mechanisms.
* Emphasis on modernizing the sector through transparency and professional management.
**Impact Analysis**
**State Governments and Union Territories**
**Impact:** They are tasked with the localized execution of national cooperative reforms and the achievement of specific infrastructure milestones.
**Action Required:** Must present and follow through on roadmaps to achieve grain storage targets by 2026/2027 and meet district-wise targets for new M-PACS formations.
**Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS)**
**Impact:** PACS will transition into multipurpose entities with diversified business models and standardized warehousing capabilities.
**Action Required:** Identify land for storage facilities, prepare DPRs, and complete the onboarding process under the WDRA framework.
**Dairy and Fisheries Cooperatives**
**Impact:** These sectors will benefit from improved procurement systems and increased access to institutional finance.
**Action Required:** Implement strategies to increase membership and execute revival plans for weak or underperforming cooperative societies.
**National Institutions (NABARD, FCI, NAFED, etc.)**
**Impact:** These bodies act as coordinators and providers of technical and financial oversight for the reform drive.
**Action Required:** Monitor loan sanctioning, provide training support, and coordinate the operationalization of storage infrastructure.
Key Entities Referenced
Ministry of Cooperation: The primary Union Ministry responsible for driving cooperative reforms and organizing the National Cooperative Reform Drive workshops.
World’s Largest Grain Storage Plan in Cooperative Sector (WLGSP): A major national initiative focused on creating decentralized grain storage infrastructure at the grassroots level through cooperatives.
Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS): The central cooperative entities at the village level being targeted for expansion, diversification into multi-purpose businesses, and modernization.
Sahkar se Samriddhi: The national vision and guiding policy framework aimed at achieving prosperity through the cooperative movement.
Warehousing Development and Regulatory Authority (WDRA): The regulatory body whose framework is being utilized to onboard and standardize PACS within the national warehousing ecosystem.
Ministry of Cooperation
Jaipur Hosts First Regional Workshop under
National Cooperative Reform Drive to Realise
Prime Minister’s Vision of “Sahkar se Samriddhi”
Workshop Focuses on Decentralised Grain Storage,
Expansion of PACS, Dairy & Fisheries Cooperatives, Stronger
‘Cooperation Among Cooperatives’ and State-wise Action
Plans for FY 2026–27
Posted On: 24 APR 2026 8:08PM by PIB Delhi
In line with the vision of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi of building a prosperous and self-
reliant India through the mantra of “Sahkar se Samriddhi,” the Ministry of Cooperation is undertaking a
series of regional workshops across the country to accelerate transformative reforms in the cooperative
sector. Guided by the directions of Hon’ble Union Home and Cooperation Minister Shri Amit Shah, these
initiatives aim to bring modern grain storage facilities closer to farmers, strengthen and expand the
network of Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS), diversify cooperative business activities, and
promote deeper cooperation among cooperatives for the welfare of their members and beneficiaries.
As part of this nationwide outreach, the first Regional Workshop on “Sahkar se Samriddhi” was held
today at Jaipur, Rajasthan, with participation from senior officials of the Government of India, NABARD,
national cooperative institutions, and representatives from various States and Union Territories. The
workshop was designed as a focused platform for policy review, progress assessment, exchange of best
practices, and preparation of time-bound action plans to further strengthen the cooperative ecosystem at
the grassroots level.
The workshop served as an important forum for reviewing progress under key cooperative initiatives,
discussing implementation challenges, and finalising actionable strategies to enhance the reach and
performance of PACS, dairy cooperatives, fisheries cooperatives, and warehousing infrastructure across
the country.
The inaugural session featured welcome remarks, followed by addresses from the Chairman, NABARD,
the Additional Secretary, Ministry of Cooperation, and the Secretary, Ministry of Cooperation. The
deliberations focused on strengthening the cooperative sector as a major driver of rural prosperity,
employment generation, and inclusive economic growth.
A key session of the workshop reviewed the status of the World’s Largest Grain Storage Plan in
Cooperative Sector (WLGSP). Discussions covered monitoring of loan sanctioning processes,
implementation under Agricultural Marketing Infrastructure (AMI), PACS identification, land finalisation,
DPR preparation, and operational coordination. States/UTs also presented their roadmaps to achieve grain
storage targets by September 2026 and September 2027.Representatives from FCI, NAFED, NCCF, CWC and SWC made presentations on progress under
warehouse development, including location identification, district-wise requirements, hiring mechanisms,
indicative rates, and plans for operationalisation of storage infrastructure.
The workshop also included a dedicated session on the WDRA Framework, where participants were
briefed on onboarding PACS under the Warehousing Development and Regulatory Authority, simplified
procedures, eligibility criteria, training support, and benefits available to cooperatives.
Another major focus area was the Formation and Strengthening of Multipurpose PACS (M-PACS) for
FY 2026–27. States shared district-wise targets for new formations, registration, affiliation, and business
development. Strategies were discussed to expand credit activities, increase deposits, diversify businesses,
and significantly enhance income generation of PACS through structured interventions.
The sessions on dairy and fisheries cooperatives highlighted plans for strengthening existing societies,
increasing membership, improving productivity, enhancing procurement systems, and building sustainable
value chains. Revival strategies for weak cooperatives and integration with institutional finance systems
were also discussed.
The Ministry of Cooperation reaffirmed its commitment to transforming the cooperative sector into a
strong pillar of India’s rural economy through modernisation, transparency, professional management, and
stronger participation of States and grassroots institutions. The Jaipur workshop is expected to further
accelerate the implementation of cooperative reforms and contribute meaningfully to the vision of
“Sahkar se Samriddhi.”
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