Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana: Refrigerated Vehicles – Haryana

Description
The “Refrigerated Vehicles” is a scheme component under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana PMMSY , implemented by the Fisheries Department, Government of Haryana. This is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme, aims to enhance cold chain infrastructure and ensure hygienic and efficient fish transportation. Under this scheme, financial assistance is provided to fishers for purchasing refrigerated vehicles to maintain the freshness and quality of fish during post-harvest handling and transportation.

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Benefits
• Financial Assistance provided under the scheme:
• Project Cost: ₹25,00,000/- per unit
• Subsidy will be limited to 40% of the project cost for the General Category of beneficiaries.
• Subsidy will be limited to 60% of the project cost for Weaker sections/Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe/Women and their co-operatives of beneficiaries.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a resident of Haryana.
2. The applicant should have a Parivar Pehchan Patra.
3. The applicant should ensure that the refrigerated vehicle remains operational for fish transportation.
4. The applicant will be eligible for a subsidy for the purchase of only one refrigerated vehicle.
5. The applicant should utilize the refrigerated vehicle solely for fishery-related transportation activities.
6. The Government of India and the Government of Haryana will not be responsible for any loss incurred in the purchase, operation, maintenance, and management of fish transport facilities.

Required Documents
• Birth Certificate (Voter ID Card / Date of Birth Certificate / Aadhaar Card / Class Ten (10th) Certificate)
• Caste Certificate (Caste certificate from a First-Class Magistrate (Tehsildar))
• Agreement Letter-1 (Agreement letter between the beneficiary and the department)
• Applicant's Fisheries Training Certificate
• Bill/Receipt/Voucher
• Photograph of the beneficiary with the vehicle
• Bank account and PAN card details
• Self-Contained Proposal (SCP) / Detailed Project Report (DPR) as per the guidelines issued under the Centrally Sponsored Scheme PMMSY (Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana)

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible for the scheme?
A: Fishers with valid Parivar Pehchan Patra (PPP) who will use the vehicle for fish transport.

Q: What is the project cost per unit?
A: The project cost is ₹25,00,000/- per unit.

Q: Is the subsidy amount the same for all applicants?
A: No, 40% for General Category, and 60% for SC/ST and Women beneficiaries.

Q: How many vehicles can I apply for under this scheme?
A: Only one refrigerated vehicle per applicant is allowed.

Q: What are the mandatory documents?
A: ID proof, PAN Card, PPP, training certificate, DPR/SCP, bills, photo, etc.

Q: Is there any fee to apply?
A: No government fee, but ₹10 service fee and ₹10 Atal Seva Kendra charge apply.

Q: What if my vehicle becomes non-operational later?
A: Applicants are responsible for maintaining the vehicle. The government is not liable for any loss.

Q: Where can I apply for this scheme?
A: The applicant can apply at the local District Fisheries Office or the [Antyodaya SARAL portal](https://saralharyana.gov.in/).

Q: Can I buy any vehicle model?
A: Yes, but it must be a new refrigerated vehicle suitable for fish transport.