Protected Cultivation" Component of "Establishment of New Gardens (Area Expansion)" Scheme
in Puducherry
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Protected Cultivation" Component of "Establishment of New Gardens (Area Expansion)" Scheme in Puducherry
Protected Cultivation" Component of "Establishment of New Gardens (Area Expansion)" Scheme is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Puducherry.
Apply for Protected Cultivation" Component of "Establishment of New Gardens (Area Expansion)" Scheme in Puducherry
Scheme Overview
Through this scheme, the farmers are provided Poly House, Shade Net House (Tubular Structure), Plastic Mulching at subsidised rates for practising Protected Cultivation. In Puducherry, this scheme is implemented by the Department of Agriculture and Farmer's Welfare, Union Territory of Puducherry.
Eligibility Criteria
- The applicant should be a resident/native of Puducherry.
- The applicant should be a Farmer.
Benefits
Poly House: Naturally Ventilated system (Tubular structure) – Subsidized Cost of ₹467.50/- per square meter.
Shade Net House (Tubular Structure): Subsidized Cost of ₹355/- per square meter. Maximum of 4000 square meters per beneficiary.
Plastic Mulching: ₹10,000/- per hectare as a subsidy (maximum of 2 hectares per beneficiary).
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Farmer Identity Card. |
| 2 | Family Food Ration Card. |
| 3 | Voter ID Card. |
| 4 | Residence-cum-Nativity Certificate, issued by the Revenue Department. |
| 5 | Detailed Project Statement. |
| 6 | Soil and Water Test Certificate. |
| 7 | Detailed Drawing of the Shade Net/ Green Hut Set Up. |
| 8 | Map of Land. |
| 9 | Electricity Bill Receipt. |
How to Apply in Puducherry
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Office of the Additional Director of Agriculture (Horticulture) and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the Deputy Director of Agricultur…
Offline OR The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Offline Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form and the documents to the Deputy Director of Agriculture (Chemistry).
Offline Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form and the documents to the Deputy Director of Agriculture (Chemistry).
Step 4: On receipt of the application, necessary entries will be made in the application receipt register and a unique number is assigned to the applicant for identifying each applicant which shall be used for all further references and also as ac…
Offline Step 4: On receipt of the application, necessary entries will be made in the application receipt register and a unique number is assigned to the applicant for identifying each applicant which shall be used for all further references and also as acknowledgement for the receipt of the application.
Common questions in Puducherry
Who can apply for Protected Cultivation" Component of "Establishment of New Gardens (Area Expansion)" Scheme in Puducherry?
Eligible residents of Puducherry who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Protected Cultivation" Component of "Establishment of New Gardens (Area Expansion)" Scheme. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Protected Cultivation" Component of "Establishment of New Gardens (Area Expansion)" Scheme in Puducherry?
Applicants in Puducherry typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
The scheme does not specify a maximum area coverage for Poly House.