Assistance to Scheduled Castes for Fisheries: Fish Seed Stocking - Gujarat
At a Glance
Scheme Category
Agriculture,Rural & Environment,Fishing and hunting
Target Beneficiaries
Business Entity,Industries,Self Help Groups (SHGS),Registered Societies
Brief Description
The scheme aims to increase fish production by rearing fish in reservoirs and provide employment to Schedule Caste (SC) people involved in inland fisheries activities.
Benefit Type
Cash
Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) community. 1. The applicant should be above 18 years of age. 1. The applicant should be involved in inland fisheries activities. 1. The applicant can be an individual, a society, a self-help group, an association, a reservoir monopoly, or a private unit. 1. The applicant must have a bank account in their own name. 1. The applicant must have an Aadhar Card/Voter ID/Ration Card/Passport as proof of identity. > Preference/Reservation: The scheme specifically benefits Scheduled Caste fishermen under the inland fisheries scheme.
Application Mode
Online
Application Process
> Registration Process: Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at the <nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="I-Khedut Portal" nis:value=https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/ nis:enabled=true/>. Step 2: Click on &39;Login&39; from the top right-hand side, then click on "Beneficiary Registration" and select any one from the &39;Farmer&39; or &39;Institutional&39; or &39;Except For the Farmer&39; as the Beneficiary Type. Step 3: Enter the &39;Company Name&39; and Address if you have selected &39;Institutional&39; or &39;Except For the Farmer&39; as the Beneficiary Type. And for all select the District, Taluka, and Village, choose &39;what type of account holder you are?&39;, enter your Account Number and Name, solve the Captcha, and click &39;Save and Next&39;. Step 4: Enter your Mobile Number and E-mail address, click &39;Send OTP&39;, enter the received OTP, create and confirm a Password, solve the Captcha, and click &39;Submit&39;. > Login Process: Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at the <nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="I-Khedut Portal" nis:value=https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/ nis:enabled=true/>. Step 2: Click on &39;Login&39; from the top right-hand side of the homepage. On the home page, click on ‘Schemes’ and then click on ‘Agricultural Schemes’. Step 3: Now select the scheme, click on the ‘Apply’ button, and an application page will open. Step 4: Click on the "Apply New" button and submit a new application. Step 5: Click on the "Update Application" button to add corrections to the application. Step 6: Once the application is done, confirm it. Step 7: Take a printout of the confirmed application. > Contact Us: <nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="**Click here**" nis:value=https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/Public/frm_Public_Contacts.aspx nis:enabled=true/>.
Required Documents
- Aadhar Card/Voter ID/Ration Card/Passport (as proof of identity).
- Bank Account Passbook.
- Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe Certificate.
FAQs
What is the main objective of the assistance scheme for fisheries?
The main objective is to provide employment opportunities to Scheduled Caste fishermen in the state and to increase fish production by boosting inland fisheries activities.
What types of activities are supported under this scheme?
The scheme supports activities such as fish farming, fishing in reservoirs, aquaculture in ponds, and catching fish from rivers.
Who is eligible to apply for this assistance?
Individuals, societies, self-help groups, associations, reservoir monopolies, and private units involved in inland fisheries activities are eligible.
Do I need to be a member of the Scheduled Caste community to avail the benefits?
Yes, the benefits of this scheme are specifically for Scheduled Caste fishermen.
Is it mandatory for a beneficiary to have their own bank account?
Yes, the beneficiary fisherman must have their own bank account.
What documents are required as proof of identity?
You must have an Aadhar Card, Voter ID, Ration Card, or Passport as proof of identity.
How much assistance is provided for fish seed stocking?
100% assistance is given for the cost of fish seed and the total cost, including transportation costs, for the Scheduled Castes.
How does the scheme aim to increase fish production?
The scheme aims to increase fish production by rearing fish in reservoirs and by boosting aquaculture in ponds and catches from rivers.
Are there any specific conditions for receiving assistance for fish seed stocking?
Assistance for fish seed stocking covers the cost of the fish seed and all transportation costs.
What is the minimum time limit to reclaim benefits under this scheme?
The minimum time limit for reclaiming benefits is 1 year.