State Millet Mission
in Uttarakhand
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State Millet Mission in Uttarakhand
State Millet Mission is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Uttarakhand.
Apply for State Millet Mission in Uttarakhand
Scheme Overview
The mission aims to promote millet cultivation, ensure fair prices for farmers, and strengthen food security in the state. It seeks to support farmers, particularly in mountain districts, by procuring millet crops such as Mandua and Jhangora at the minimum support price through cooperative groups.
Eligibility Criteria
All farmers from the mountain districts of Uttarakhand are eligible.
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Benefits
Under the mission, in the first phase, 16,820 metric tonnes of Mandua and Jhangora are being purchased from farmers’ fields at the minimum support price through cooperative groups by the Cooperative Department.
Under the National Food Security Act, the Government of India will distribute 1 kilogram per month through the Public Distribution System (ration card) via the Food and Supplies Department in four districts: Udham Singh Nagar, Haridwar, Nainital, and Dehradun. Farmers’ groups, LCs/LCFs, or PACS at established procurement centers are free to offer Mandua for sale. To encourage participation, an incentive of ₹150/- per quintal is provided.
Once the PACS accepts the millet crops from the groups, payment will be made through RTGS/NEFT within a maximum of 72 hours.
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Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | No documents are required. |
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Common questions in Uttarakhand
Who can apply for State Millet Mission in Uttarakhand?
Eligible residents of Uttarakhand who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for State Millet Mission. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for State Millet Mission in Uttarakhand?
Applicants in Uttarakhand 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 mission primarily focuses on Mandua (finger millet) and Jhangora (barnyard millet). <br>