PMMSY: Inputs for Saline /Alkaline Water Aquaculture - Haryana

Description
The Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana: Inputs for Saline /Alkaline Water Aquaculture, introduced by the Ministry Of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Government of India, aims to provide input cost subsidy for saline/alkaline water aquaculture in newly created water bodies. This centrally sponsored scheme is jointly funded 50% by the Central Government and 50% by the State Government. It supports input costs for the initial crop in new ponds/tanks, encouraging fish and shrimp culture in Haryana.

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Benefits
• The project cost is ₹6,00,000/- per hectare.
• 40% of the project cost for General Category beneficiaries
• 60% of the project cost for SC/Women beneficiaries

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant must have a valid Parivar Pehchan Patra (PPP).
2. The applicant must create new water bodies under the scheme to receive input cost subsidy.
3. The applicant will receive central assistance for input costs only for the initial crop in newly constructed ponds/tanks.
4. The applicant must ensure the ponds/tanks are fully ready for fish or shrimp culture before claiming input cost assistance.
5. The applicant may also use land on a long-term registered lease, provided the lease period is at least 7 years.

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 Deed between beneficiary and Fisheries Department.
• Date of Birth Certificate (Voter ID/Birth Certificate/Aadhaar/Matriculation Certificate).
• Caste Certificate from First Class Magistrate (Tehsildar).
• Training Certificate of beneficiary.
• Land Record from Tehsil (Own Land - Jamabandi, Nakal Akshizra, Farad) or registered lease deed of minimum 7 years.
• Bills/Receipts/Vouchers.
• Photographs of farmer with pond.
• Detail of Bank Account and PAN Card.
• Detailed Project Report (DPR)/Self Contained Proposal (SCP) as per PMMSY guidelines.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who can apply for the Intensive Fisheries Development Programme subsidy?
A: Only registered Fish Farmer Producer Organizations (FFPOs) are eligible to apply under this scheme.

Q: Is it necessary for the applicant to be a resident of Haryana?
A: Yes, the applicant must be a bonafide resident of Haryana to be eligible for this scheme.

Q: Can an unregistered FPO apply for this scheme?
A: No, only FPOs registered under the Companies Act or Co-operative Societies Registration and Regulation Act, 2012 are eligible.

Q: Will assistance be provided to all applicants who meet the eligibility criteria?
A: Financial assistance will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis to eligible applicants.

Q: What documents are required while applying for the scheme?
A: You need to submit the registration documents of the FFPO and the agreement deed with the fisheries department.

Q: What is the time limit for processing my application?
A: The Right to Service (RTS) time limit for this service is 40 days from the date of application submission.

Q: Is there a specific platform for applying to this scheme?
A: Applications are to be submitted through the Antyodaya-SARAL portal or via authorized service centers.

Q: Does the scheme mention any upper limit on the subsidy?
A: The document does not specify any upper limit; assistance is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Q: Is prior experience in fisheries required for applying?
A: The eligibility criteria do not mention the requirement of prior fisheries experience.

Q: Who should I contact for help or clarification?
A: You can email [email protected] or call the helpline at 0172-3968400 for any assistance.