Payment in the Owner-Occupied / Public Forestry Case

Description
The "Payment in the Owner-Occupied / Public Forestry Case" scheme is launched by the Forest Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh. It is implemented by the Divisional Forest Officer DFO . Under this scheme, registered landowners and Lok Vaniki farmers can sell their teak and sal wood either at government-notified rates or through separate lot auctions and receive payment within a stipulated time.

Benefits
• Farmers receive timely payment for the sale of their legally owned teak and sal wood.
• Payment is made within 45 working days if sold at government rates and within 30 working days if sold through a separate lot after full recovery.
• Ensures fair market value and legal compliance for forest produce sales.
• Payments are made directly to the farmer’s bank account through e-payment.
• Expected Time of Disbursement:
• 45 working days from the date of timber receipt in the depot (if sold at Government rate).
• 30 working days from the date of full sale value realization (if sold through a separate lot).

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant must be a resident of Madhya Pradesh.
2. The applicant should be a registered Malik Makbuza (private forest owner) or Lok Vaniki farmer.
3. The sale must involve only specified forest produce such as teak (sagwan) and sal.
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Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: Visit the Official Website of "Madhya Pradesh Lok Sewa Guarantee Portal".
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Step 1: Visit the Official Website of "Madhya Pradesh Lok Sewa Guarantee Portal".

Step 2: Step 2: On the homepage, click "Citizen Registration". You will be taken to the registration page.
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Step 2: On the homepage, click "Citizen Registration". You will be taken to the registration page.

Step 3: Step 3: On the registration page, fill in all the mandatory fields (name, mobile number, gender, and captcha) and click "Verify Mobile Number."
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Step 3: On the registration page, fill in all the mandatory fields (name, mobile number, gender, and captcha) and click "Verify Mobile Number."

Step 4: Step 4: A verification code will be sent to your mobile number. Enter the code and complete the registration.
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Step 4: A verification code will be sent to your mobile number. Enter the code and complete the registration.

Step 5: Step 1: Visit the Official Website of "Madhya Pradesh Lok Sewa Guarantee Portal".
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Step 1: Visit the Official Website of "Madhya Pradesh Lok Sewa Guarantee Portal".

Step 6: Step 2: Enter your User ID, Password, and Captcha Code, and click "Login."
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Step 2: Enter your User ID, Password, and Captcha Code, and click "Login."

Step 7: Step 3: Click on "Apply Online Service" and select the scheme you intend to apply for.
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Step 3: Click on "Apply Online Service" and select the scheme you intend to apply for.

Step 8: Step 4: In the scheme's online application form, fill in all the mandatory fields and upload all the mandatory documents in the specified format and size (fields marked with * are mandatory), and click "Submit".
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Step 4: In the scheme's online application form, fill in all the mandatory fields and upload all the mandatory documents in the specified format and size (fields marked with * are mandatory), and click "Submit".

Step 9: Step 1: The concerned Forest Officer verifies the land ownership and timber records.
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Step 1: The concerned Forest Officer verifies the land ownership and timber records.

Step 10: Step 2: After verification, the payment process is initiated through e-payment.
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Step 2: After verification, the payment process is initiated through e-payment.

Step 11: Step 3: Payment is completed within the specified time limits, 45 days for government rate sales or 30 days for lot sales.
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First Appeal: Can be filed within 30 days to the Regional Forest Conservator if payment or application is not approved.
Second Appeal: Can be filed within 60 days to the Additional Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (Production) against the decision of the First Appellate Authority.

Required Documents
• Proof of Land Ownership (Malik Makbuza Certificate or Revenue Records)
• Lok Vaniki Farmer Registration Certificate (for Lok Vaniki cases)
• Other Necessary Documents, if required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who implements the scheme?
A: The Forest Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh.
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Q: When was the scheme launched?
A: The scheme was launched in 2021.
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Q: Who can apply under this scheme?
A: Registered Malik Makbuza landowners and Lok Vaniki farmers.
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Q: Which forest produce is covered under this scheme?
A: The forest was mainly covered in teak (sagwan) and sal wood.
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Q: How can farmers sell their wood?
A: Either at government-notified rates or by creating separate lots for sale.
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Q: What is the payment timeline at government rates?
A: The payment timeline at government rates is within 45 working days from receipt of timber in the depot.
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Q: What is the payment timeline for separate lot sales?
A: The payment timeline for separate lot sales is within 30 working days after full sale value realization.
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Q: What is the mode of payment?
A: Payment is made directly to the beneficiary’s bank account through e-payment.
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Q: Is there any application fee?
A: No, the application is free of cost.
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Q: Where can applications be submitted?
A: At the Forest Division Office, Range Office, Tehsil Office, or online via www.mpedistrict.gov.in
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Q: What documents are required?
A: Land ownership proof, Lok Vaniki registration, etc.
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Q: What if my application is rejected?
A: The applicant can file a first appeal within 30 days and a second appeal within 60 days.
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Q: Who is the final approving authority?
A: The Divisional Forest Officer (DFO) is the final authority for payment approval.
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