Him Palam PM-RKVY Agri Business Incubator (Him Palam RABI) — Seed Fund Programme 2026

Him Palam RABI offers an equity-free grant-in-aid up to ₹25 lakhs and comprehensive incubation to agri-startups based in Himachal Pradesh, fostering innovation in agriculture.

The Him Palam PM-RKVY Agri Business Incubator (Him Palam RABI), hosted at Chaudhary Sarwan Kumar Himachal Pradesh Krishi Vishvavidyalaya (CSKHPKV), Palampur, launches its Seed Fund Programme 2026, themed 'A flight to Grand Business World'. This initiative aims to nurture and support innovative agri-startups within Himachal Pradesh, providing them with the necessary financial assistance and mentorship to scale their ventures.

Funded by the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers' Welfare, Government of India, the program operates strictly in accordance with national guidelines, ensuring a robust and impactful framework for agricultural innovation. Him Palam RABI, as a RKVY-RAFTAAR agri-business incubator, plays a crucial role in transforming promising ideas into commercially viable businesses that contribute to the state's agricultural economy. The program seeks to address critical challenges in the agricultural sector by empowering entrepreneurs with solutions across various focus areas, from sustainable farming to advanced agri-tech.

This incubation program is designed to provide comprehensive support, including a structured Agripreneurship Incubation Programme, technical assistance, and networking opportunities. It targets startups with an innovative, scalable business model and a clear market potential, offering them a launchpad into the broader business world while retaining equity.