Intensive Fisheries Development Programme - Subsidy on Purchase of Fishing Nets (Scheduled Caste)

Description
The "Subsidy on Purchase of Fishing Nets" is a scheme component under the Intensive Fisheries Development Programme, introduced by the Fisheries Department, Government of Haryana. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to individuals from Scheduled Caste families engaged in fishing activities for the purchase of fishing nets. Under this scheme, eligible beneficiaries can avail a subsidy of up to 60% on the cost of fishing nets.

Benefits
• Financial Assistance is provided to Fish Farmers under the scheme:
• Financial assistance of 60% subsidy on the purchase of fishing nets of amounting to ₹40,000/-.
• The maximum subsidy amount is ₹24,000/-.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a permanent resident of Haryana.
2. The applicant should possess a valid Parivar Pehchan Patra (PPP).
3. The applicant should belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category.
4. The applicant should be at least 18 years old.
5. The applicant should present a GST-paid bill for the purchase of fishing nets.
6. The applicant can apply only once in two years for this subsidy.

Application Process
Step 1: The eligible applicant may visit the nearest Atal Seva Kendra with all the required documents to apply for the scheme.
Online - via CSC

The eligible applicant may visit the nearest Atal Seva Kendra with all the required documents to apply for the scheme.

Required Documents
• Agreement Letter-1 (Agreement letter between the farmer and the department for fisheries)
• Birth Certificate (Date of birth certificate / Class ten (10th) certificate / PAN Card / Voter ID Card / Driver's License)
• Identity Proof (Ration Card / Aadhaar Card / PAN Card / Voter ID Card)
• Fisheries Training Certificate of the Applicant from any Government Institution
• Caste Certificate (issued by a First-Class Magistrate)
• GST Payment Bill/Receipt for Fishnet Purchase

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the maximum subsidy amount offered?
A: ₹24,000 on a fishing net purchase worth ₹40,000.

Q: Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?
A: SC category residents of Haryana aged 18 years or above.

Q: Is this scheme available to General Category applicants?
A: No, it is exclusively for Scheduled Caste beneficiaries.

Q: What is the frequency of this subsidy?
A: Once in two years per eligible applicant.

Q: What documents are needed for proof of identity and age?
A: Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID, or Driving License.

Q: What is the application fee?
A: ₹10 service charge and ₹10 Atal Seva Kendra charge; no government fee.

Q: Where can I apply for this scheme?
A: The applicant can apply through the Atal Seva Kendra or the [Antyodaya SARAL portal](https://saralharyana.gov.in/).

Q: What kind of invoice is acceptable?
A: Only GST-paid purchase invoice/receipt for fishing nets.