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Mukhyamantri Kisan Sahay Yojana

Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department

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Milestone Date
Scheme launch

Overview

The scheme was launched on September 6, 2019, to provide relief and support to farmers in case of crop damage due to natural calamities and was implemented by the Revenue Department of the Government of Gujarat in collaboration with the Agriculture and Co-operation Department.

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Description
Details Mukhya Mantri Kisan Sahay Yojana is implemented by the Revenue Department of the Government of Gujarat in collaboration with the Agriculture and Co-operation Department. The Revenue Department is responsible for the implementation of the scheme, including the verification of crop damage and the disbursal of compensation to eligible farmers. The Agriculture and Co-operation Department provides technical assistance and support for the implementation of the scheme to ensure that farmers receive timely and adequate relief in case of crop damage due to natural calamities. Key Points 1. The main objective behind launching this scheme is to provide financial assistance to farmers of Gujarat in case of crop loss. 1. Financial Assistance will only be provided to farmers if Crop Loss is due to natural calamities. 1. No premium will have to pay by the farmers to get themselves registered under Mukhyamantri Kisan Sahay Yojana. 1. Financial Assistance will only be paid up to a maximum of 4 Hectares of Agricultural Land. 1. Eligible Farmers can apply by visiting their nearest E Gram Centre to avail the benefit of financial assistance in case of crop loss.

Benefits
• Benefits

Eligibility Criteria
1. **Eligibility**
2. The applicant must be a farmer residing in Gujarat state.
3. The applicant must have availed of a loan for agricultural purposes from a cooperative institution or a bank.
4. The applicant must have suffered crop loss due to natural calamities such as drought, flood, or earthquake.
5. The applicant must possess the land for agricultural purposes in his/her name or have the right to cultivate such land.
6. The land should be surveyed by the Revenue Department of Gujarat and should have a record of rights.
7. The crop loss should be certified by the Revenue Department of Gujarat.
8. The applicant should have insured the crop under the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana or any other crop insurance scheme recognized by the Government of Gujarat.

Application Process
Step 1: Application Process
Visit the official website of the Gujarat government's agriculture department.
Navigate to the Mukhya Mantri Kisan Sahay Yojana page.
Download the application form for the scheme.
Fill in the application form with accurate deta…
Online — https://agri.gujarat.gov.in/

Application Process
Visit the official website of the Gujarat government's agriculture department.
Navigate to the Mukhya Mantri Kisan Sahay Yojana page.
Download the application form for the scheme.
Fill in the application form with accurate details.
Attach the required documents such as proof of land ownership, crop loss certificate, and bank loan documents.
Submit the application form along with the supporting documents to the nearest agricultural office or bank branch.

Step 2: Application Process
Farmers need to visit their nearest E Gram Centre to apply for financial assistance under Mukhyamantri Kisan Sahay Yojana in case of crop loss due to natural calamity.
The assistant present at the centre will fill out the appli…
Offline

Application Process
Farmers need to visit their nearest E Gram Centre to apply for financial assistance under Mukhyamantri Kisan Sahay Yojana in case of crop loss due to natural calamity.
The assistant present at the centre will fill out the application form for farmers free of cost.
Aadhar Card and Proof of Land Records are mandatorily needed to fill out the application form.
Once the Application Form is finally submitted, the assistant will provide a printout of the application form to the farmer.
The application Form along with all the documents will be forwarded to District Agriculture Officer for verification.
District Agriculture Officer will do physical verification of the agricultural field and access the crop loss of the farmer.
Then DAO submits its report to the Department of Agriculture for final approval.
After final approval from the department, the amount of financial assistance will be transferred to the given bank account of the farmer.

Required Documents
• Proof of land ownership.
• Crop loss certificate issued by a government authority.
• Bank loan documents related to farming activities.
• Aadhaar card or other government-issued identification.
• Passbook of the bank account where the financial assistance will be disbursed.
• Any other documents as specified in the application form.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the maximum amount of financial assistance that a farmer can receive under this scheme?
A: The maximum amount of financial assistance that a farmer can receive under the scheme is Rs. 20,000 per hectare, subject to a maximum of four hectares per farmer.

Q: How is the financial assistance calculated under this scheme?
A: The financial assistance is calculated based on the extent of crop damage suffered by the farmer. The extent of crop damage is assessed by a team of officials appointed by the government, who take into account various factors such as the type of crop, the stage of crop growth, and the severity of the natural calamity.

Q: What types of crops are covered under this scheme?
A: All crops, including horticultural crops, are covered under this scheme.

Q: Is there any income criterion for availing of the financial assistance under this scheme?
A: No, there is no income criterion for availing of the financial assistance under this scheme. However, the farmer must fulfil the other eligibility criteria specified by the government.

Q: How long does it take to receive the financial assistance under this scheme?
A: The government aims to disburse the financial assistance within 30 days from the date of submission of the application, provided that all the required documents and information are submitted correctly.

Q: Can a farmer apply for financial assistance under this scheme for crop loss suffered in the previous year?
A: No, financial assistance can only be availed for crop loss suffered in the current year. However, in exceptional cases, the government may consider applications for the previous year's crop loss, subject to the availability of funds.

Q: What is the age limit for availing of the benefits of this scheme?
A: There is no age limit for availing of the benefits of this scheme. However, the farmer must fulfil the other eligibility criteria specified by the government.

Q: Can a farmer who has already received compensation from another government scheme for crop loss apply for this scheme?
A: No, a farmer who has already received compensation or financial assistance from any other government scheme or insurance policy for the same crop loss is not eligible to apply for this scheme.

Q: Is it mandatory for the farmer to have taken a loan for agricultural purposes to be eligible for this scheme?
A: No, it is not mandatory for the farmer to have taken a loan for agricultural purposes to be eligible for this scheme. However, the farmer must fulfil the other eligibility criteria specified by the government.

Q: What is the minimum landholding size required for a farmer to be eligible for this scheme?
A: There is no minimum landholding size required for a farmer to be eligible for this scheme. However, the farmer must have legal ownership or a record of rights for the land used for agricultural purposes.

Q: Can a farmer who has not insured their crops under any crop insurance scheme still apply for this scheme?
A: Yes, a farmer who has not insured their crops under any crop insurance scheme can still apply for this scheme. However, the farmer must fulfil the other eligibility criteria specified by the government.

Q: Is it necessary for the farmer to have suffered crop loss due to natural calamities such as drought, flood, or earthquake to be eligible for this scheme?
A: Yes, it is necessary for the farmer to have suffered crop loss due to natural calamities such as drought, flood, or earthquake to be eligible for this scheme.

Q: How can Farmer apply for Mukhya Mantri Kisan Sahay Yojana?
A: Farmers can apply for this scheme by visiting the official website of the Revenue Department of Gujarat, downloading the application form, and submitting it along with the required documents to the nearest agricultural office or bank branch.

Q: What are the required documents for applying to this scheme?
A: The required documents for applying to this scheme include proof of land ownership, crop loss certificate, bank loan documents, and other relevant documents as specified in the application form.

Q: Can Farmer apply for this scheme offline?
A: Yes, Farmers can also apply for this scheme by visiting the Taluka Mamlatdar's office or the District Collector's office to obtain the application form.

Q: Is there any application fee for this scheme?
A: No, there is no application fee for this scheme.

Q: What is the timeline for processing the application?
A: The timeline for processing the application varies, but it generally takes a few weeks to process the application and disburse the financial assistance to eligible farmers

Q: Can Farmers apply for this scheme if he have not suffered crop loss due to natural calamities?
A: No, this scheme is specifically designed to provide financial assistance to farmers who have suffered crop loss due to natural calamities such as drought, flood, or earthquake. If Farmers have not suffered such losses, they may not be eligible for this scheme.

Eligibility Criteria

1

**Eligibility**

2

The applicant must be a farmer residing in Gujarat state.

3

The applicant must have availed of a loan for agricultural purposes from a cooperative institution or a bank.

4

The applicant must have suffered crop loss due to natural calamities such as drought, flood, or earthquake.

5

The applicant must possess the land for agricultural purposes in his/her name or have the right to cultivate such land.

6

The land should be surveyed by the Revenue Department of Gujarat and should have a record of rights.

7

The crop loss should be certified by the Revenue Department of Gujarat.

8

The applicant should have insured the crop under the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana or any other crop insurance scheme recognized by the Government of Gujarat.

Benefits

Benefits

Required Documents

# Document
1 Proof of land ownership.
2 Crop loss certificate issued by a government authority.
3 Bank loan documents related to farming activities.
4 Aadhaar card or other government-issued identification.
5 Passbook of the bank account where the financial assistance will be disbursed.
6 Any other documents as specified in the application form.

How to Apply

1

Application Process Visit the official website of the Gujarat government's agriculture department. Navigate to the Mukhya Mantri Kisan Sahay Yojana page. Download the application form for the scheme. Fill in the application form with accurate deta…

Online — https://agri.gujarat.gov.in/ Application Process Visit the official website of the Gujarat government's agriculture department. Navigate to the Mukhya Mantri Kisan Sahay Yojana page. Download the application form for the scheme. Fill in the application form with accurate details. Attach the required documents such as proof of land ownership, crop loss certificate, and bank loan documents. Submit the application form along with the supporting documents to the nearest agricultural office or bank branch.

2

Application Process Farmers need to visit their nearest E Gram Centre to apply for financial assistance under Mukhyamantri Kisan Sahay Yojana in case of crop loss due to natural calamity. The assistant present at the centre will fill out the appli…

Offline Application Process Farmers need to visit their nearest E Gram Centre to apply for financial assistance under Mukhyamantri Kisan Sahay Yojana in case of crop loss due to natural calamity. The assistant present at the centre will fill out the application form for farmers free of cost. Aadhar Card and Proof of Land Records are mandatorily needed to fill out the application form. Once the Application Form is finally submitted, the assistant will provide a printout of the application form to the farmer. The application Form along with all the documents will be forwarded to District Agriculture Officer for verification. District Agriculture Officer will do physical verification of the agricultural field and access the crop loss of the farmer. Then DAO submits its report to the Department of Agriculture for final approval. After final approval from the department, the amount of financial assistance will be transferred to the given bank account of the farmer.

Frequently Asked Questions

The maximum amount of financial assistance that a farmer can receive under the scheme is Rs. 20,000 per hectare, subject to a maximum of four hectares per farmer.

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