Integrated Horticultural Development Program Through Diversification of Agriculture
in Puducherry
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Integrated Horticultural Development Program Through Diversification of Agriculture in Puducherry
Integrated Horticultural Development Program Through Diversification of Agriculture is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Puducherry.
Apply for Integrated Horticultural Development Program Through Diversification of Agriculture in Puducherry
Scheme Overview
Through this scheme, the farmers are provided subsidies through DBT mode for Organic Manures for Coconut Palms, Tools and Implements for Agricultural Purposes, Mud Pots or Cement Pots, Plant Protection Chemicals, Motor Pumpset for Irrigation Purposes, Biogas Unit, Planting Materials, etc.
Eligibility Criteria
All farmers are eligible.
_*The Agricultural officer (Mahe) shall maintain a separate register in the prescribed format for the receipt of applications and conduct periodic field inspections to verify the progress of the cultivation._
Benefits
Organic Manures for Coconut Palms @ 75% Subsidy.
Tools and Implements for Agricultural Purpose @ 50% Subsidy.
Mud Pots or Cement Pots @ 50% Subsidy.
Plant Protection Chemicals @ 50% Subsidy.
Motor Pumpset for Irrigation Purpose@ 50% Subsidy.
Biogas Unit @50% Subsidy.
Planting Materials and Vegetable Seeds @ 75% Subsidy.
Compensation for Disease Affected/ Unproductive Palms @ ₹250/palm.
Back Ended Investment Subsidy @ 50 % of Cultivation Cost.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | In the case of land owners cultivating their land, a copy of the farmer identity card containing the details of survey numbers and the extent of land holding needs to be submitted along with the application form. |
| 2 | If no identity card is issued to the farmer to date a copy of the land document (sale deed/ partition deed/ gift deed or will) needs to be submitted. |
| 3 | The tenants cultivating lands owned by religious Institutions/Wakfs/Mutts/Trusts/ Municipalities shall produce a letter of consent from the authority of the institutions concerned as prescribed by the Department. |
| 4 | Further, tenants shall produce a cultivation certificate from the land owner or Agriculture Department / Revenue Department who carried out joint verification for the purpose. |
How to Apply in Puducherry
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Department of Agriculture and Farmer's Welfare/ Uzhavar Udhaviyagam (Farmers' Help Centres)/ Agricultural Officer, Mahe and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the…
Offline Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Department of Agriculture and Farmer's Welfare/ Uzhavar Udhaviyagam (Farmers' Help Centres)/ Agricultural Officer, Mahe and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the concerned authority.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Offline Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form and the documents to the concerned authority.
Offline Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form and the documents to the concerned authority.
Step 4: On receipt of the application, necessary entries will be made in the application receipt register and a unique number is assigned to the applicant for identifying each applicant which shall be used for all further references and also as ac…
Offline Step 4: On receipt of the application, necessary entries will be made in the application receipt register and a unique number is assigned to the applicant for identifying each applicant which shall be used for all further references and also as acknowledgement for the receipt of the application.
Common questions in Puducherry
Who can apply for Integrated Horticultural Development Program Through Diversification of Agriculture in Puducherry?
Eligible residents of Puducherry who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Integrated Horticultural Development Program Through Diversification of Agriculture. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Integrated Horticultural Development Program Through Diversification of Agriculture in Puducherry?
Applicants in Puducherry typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
75% subsidy is provided for organic manures for coconut palms.