Matsya Pokhari Yojana

Description
The "Machha Chasa Pain Nua Pokhari Khola Yojana Matsya Pokhari Yojana " was launched by the Fisheries and Animal Resources Development Department, Government of Odisha. The scheme aims to create additional water bodies for intensive aquaculture in inland sector through excavation of new tanks/ponds and income and employment generation through promotion of freshwater aquaculture. Implementation Target and Area of Operation: The scheme was implemented in the State of Odisha. The district wise annual target shall be communicated by the Director of Fisheries at the beginning of the financial year. The target is interchangeable depending on the progress made by the DLOs.

Benefits
• The following tank model/ models shall be executed by the beneficiary:
• NOTE:
• 40% subsidy shall be provided to the General category and 50% to SC/ST/Woman categories of beneficiaries as per the scheme.
• The subsidy was released in two installments to the beneficiary's bank account through DBT, by the DFO. Fifty percent (50%) of e the tank excavation work is completed and the remaining 50% of the subsidy shall be released after stocking advanced-sized fingerlings.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a permanent resident of Odisha.
2. The applicant should possess identity and residential proof including an Aadhar card.
3. The applicant should have a bank account in his/her name in the State of Odisha.
4. The applicant should have requisite land free from all encumbrances.
5. The pond area must be between 0.2 to 2.00 hectares with a minimum water depth of 6 feet.
6. Previous beneficiaries of similar subsidies are eligible for additional subsidies up to a total of 2 hectares.

Required Documents
• Passport-size Photo.
• Land Document.
• Aadhaar Card.
• Passbook Photograph (1st page).
• Caste Certificate for Affirmative Action.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?
A: Permanent residents of Odisha with necessary identity and residential proof, a bank account in Odisha, and requisite land free from encumbrances are eligible.

Q: Can previous beneficiaries of similar schemes apply for this scheme?
A: Yes, previous beneficiaries can apply, but the subsidy will be limited to a maximum of 2 hectares, including the area covered earlier.

Q: What percentage of subsidy is provided under this scheme?
A: 40% subsidy is provided to the General category and 50% to SC/ST/Women categories.

Q: How is the subsidy released to the beneficiaries?
A: The subsidy is released in two installments: 50% after completion of the tank excavation work and the remaining 50% after stocking advanced sized fingerlings.

Q: What details must be included in the self-contained proposal?
A: The proposal must include techno-economical details, anticipated direct and indirect employment generation, estimated fish production, project timeline, and source of finance.

Q: What is the role of the District Fisheries Officer (DFO) in the scheme?
A: The DFO is responsible for communicating annual targets, releasing subsidies, and ensuring the transparent selection of beneficiaries.

Q: How are beneficiaries selected for the scheme?
A: Beneficiaries are selected through a transparent process by the District Fisheries Officer, with preference given to ST/SC applicants.

Q: What is the process for verifying the land records of applicants?
A: The DFO must ensure the AADHAR number of the beneficiaries and the land records to prevent multiple benefits.

Q: What happens if an applicant's land is leased?
A: The lease period/agreement must not be less than 7 years from the date of submission of the proposal, and the registered lease document must be included.

Q: What is the procedure for receiving the subsidy?
A: The subsidy is transferred to the beneficiary's bank account through DBT in two installments, with detailed specifications provided by the Director of Fisheries.