PMMSY: Installation of Cages in Reservoirs Scheme - Haryana

Description
The "Installation of Cages in Reservoirs Scheme" was launched by the Ministry Of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Government of India, under the umbrella scheme "Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana". It aims to promote sustainable aquaculture practices by supporting cage fish farming in water bodies. Under this scheme, a grant of ₹3,00,000/- per unit to the individuals and groups for setting up cage fish farms, thereby encouraging entrepreneurship, increasing fish production, and generating employment.

Benefits
• Grant Amount:
• ₹3,00,000/- per unit (per cage).
• Grant Proportion:
• 40% of unit cost for General Category beneficiaries.
• 60% of unit cost for Scheduled Caste/Women beneficiaries.
• Cage Limit for Assistance:
• Up to 5 cages for individual farmers.
• Up to 20 cages for registered cooperative societies/self-help groups/joint liability groups (with at least 10 members).

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be an individual farmer, cooperative society, self-help group, or joint liability group.
2. The cooperative society, self-help group, or joint liability group having a minimum of 10 members.
3. The applicant must possess a Family Identity Card (Parivar Pehchan Patra).
4. The applicant must obtain prior permission from the Government of Haryana and competent authorities.
5. The cage location must have year-round water availability and a minimum of 8 meters depth.
6. The applicant should take government permission for rearing exotic fish species.

Required Documents
• Family Identity Card (Parivar Pehchan Patra).
• Agreement 1 (agreement deed between the beneficiary and the fisheries Department).
• Date of Birth Certificate (Voting Card/Birth Certificate/Aadhar Card/Matriculation Certificate).
• Caste Certificate (from a first-class Magistrate (Tehsildar)).
• Training Certificate.
• Land Record (Land record from Tehsil (own land- Jamabandi, Nakal, Akshizra, Farad) or registered lease deed of minimum 7 years.
• Bills/Receipts/Vouchers.
• Photographs of cages with beneficiary.
• Bank Account Detail.
• Pan Card.
• Project justification.
• Capital and recurring cost details.
• Source of the beneficiary's contribution.
• Bank consent for loan (if applicable).
• Employment potential and project timeline.
• An undertaking that no other government assistance has been availed for the project.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?
A: An individual farmer, cooperative societies, self-help groups, or joint liability groups with a Family Identity Card and a valid DPR for cage farming.

Q: How much financial assistance is available?
A: ₹3,00,000/- per cage unit; 40% subsidy for General, 60% for SC/Women.
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Q: What is the maximum number of cages one can get support for?
A: 5 for individuals, 20 for registered groups/cooperatives.

Q: Do I need permission from the government to set up cages?
A: Yes, prior approval from the state government is mandatory.

Q: Can I apply if I’ve received similar assistance from another scheme?
A: No, the project must not have received assistance from any other government scheme.

Q: Is there any special provision for women?
A: Yes, women beneficiaries get 60% subsidy support.

Q: What is the application fee charge by the government?
A: No application fee is charged by the government.

Q: Where do I apply for this scheme?
A: Submit the application at the local District Fisheries Office or Antyodaya SARAL portal.

Q: Is the scheme applicable for exotic fish farming?
A: Yes, but prior permission from the government is mandatory.

Q: What documents are required for the application?
A: Family Identity Card, DPR, permission letters, and training certificate.