What are the measures taken by the Indian government to boost the Indian economy amidst the Covid-19 pandemic

Describe the major steps taken by the Indian government to revive the Indian economy during the Covid-19 pandemic period.
The Indian government has taken several measures to revive the economy amidst the Covid-19 pandemic. Here are the major steps taken:
  • Atma Nirbhar Bharat Abhiyan package worth Rs. 20 lakh crores announced to support various sectors
  • PM Garib Kalyan Yojana to provide cash transfers and food grains to the poor
  • Emergency credit lines for MSMEs and other businesses worth Rs. 3 lakh crores
  • RBI's reduction in repo rate and other policy measures to increase liquidity in the market
  • Extension of various tax deadlines and waivers for businesses
  • Focus on boosting domestic manufacturing through the PLI scheme
  • Incentives for agriculture and rural development
  • Infrastructure development projects in the form of the National Infrastructure Pipeline
These measures aim to increase spending, promote production, and revive the economy during these trying times.
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