Policymakers' calls to move workers from Indian agriculture ignore a significant youth exodus, creating an aging farm workforce unprepared for modernization. Pushing more people out is counterproductive. The article advocates making farming viable through investment in mechanization, irrigation, and land consolidation. Supporting internal migration, developing agro-processing, and holistic reforms are crucial. Ultimately, agriculture should be viewed as a vital industry deserving investment, prioritizing its specific needs rather than just overall employment shifts, to ensure its future.