Assistance for Damage to Agricultural Land and Other Losses
in Uttarakhand
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Assistance for Damage to Agricultural Land and Other Losses in Uttarakhand
Assistance for Damage to Agricultural Land and Other Losses is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Uttarakhand.
Apply for Assistance for Damage to Agricultural Land and Other Losses in Uttarakhand
Scheme Overview
The scheme aims to provide financial relief to farmers whose agricultural land has been damaged due to natural disasters such as floods, landslides, avalanches, or river diversions. Under this scheme, a minimum of ₹5,000/- and a maximum of ₹47,000/- is provided to the beneficiaries.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant must be a resident of Uttarakhand.
The applicant must be a farmer/family who has suffered disaster-related losses.
The beneficiary must not be receiving or have received benefits for the same loss under any other scheme.
The applicant must have suffered damage to land that they legally own, according to revenue records.
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Benefits
Under this scheme, in cases where farmers with agricultural land up to 2 hectares suffer damage and the layer of sand or sediment exceeds 3 inches, financial assistance is provided at the rate of ₹18,000/- per hectare for the removal of debris, leveling of land, or repair and restoration of fisheries reservoirs in hilly areas. A minimum of ₹2,200/- is payable to each beneficiary under this relief.
Farmers are provided ₹47,000/- per hectare for land damaged due to landslides, avalanches, or river diversions, with a minimum assistance of ₹5,000/- payable to each beneficiary.
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Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Form P-20 Entry Confirmation (recorded by the concerned Patwari) |
| 2 | Other supporting documents as required |
Common questions in Uttarakhand
Who can apply for Assistance for Damage to Agricultural Land and Other Losses in Uttarakhand?
Eligible residents of Uttarakhand who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Assistance for Damage to Agricultural Land and Other Losses. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Assistance for Damage to Agricultural Land and Other Losses in Uttarakhand?
Applicants in Uttarakhand typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
Farmers or families who own agricultural land as per revenue records and have suffered damage due to a natural disaster are eligible. <br>