Crop Input Subsidy to the Farmers for Crop Loss Due to Natural Calamities
At a Glance
Scheme Category
Agriculture,Rural & Environment,Environmental grants
Target Beneficiaries
Individual
Brief Description
The scheme provides financial assistance to farmers in Gujarat who suffer crop losses due to natural calamities, based on crop damage surveys conducted by the district administration.
Benefit Type
Cash
Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant must be a farmer. 1. The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat. 1. The applicant must have suffered crop loss due to natural calamity.
Application Mode
Online
Application Process
Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at I-Khedut Portal: <nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/" nis:value=https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/ nis:enabled=true/> Step 2: 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 "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 print out of the confirmed application. Step 8: Applicant can also check their Application Status/View/Print/Upload Application details from the below link: <nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/public/frm_Applicant_Corner.aspx" nis:value=https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/public/frm_Applicant_Corner.aspx nis:enabled=true/> > 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
- 7/12 Certificate Aadhaar card. Bank passbook/ cancelled cheque.
FAQs
What is the objective of the "Crop Input Subsidy to the Farmers for Crop Loss Due to Natural Calamities" scheme?
The scheme aims to support farmers whose crops have been damaged by natural disasters such as floods, droughts, unseasonal rains, or other calamities.
Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?
Any farmer residing in Gujarat who has suffered crop loss due to a natural calamity is eligible to apply for this scheme.
Is there an income limit for the applicant or their family under this scheme?
No, there is no personal or family income limit for availing of benefits under this scheme.
How is the compensation amount determined under this scheme?
The compensation amount is determined based on the nature and extent of crop loss, following the norms specified by the State Government.
Who conducts the crop damage verification for the scheme?
The crop damage is verified through a survey conducted by the concerned district administration.
Will the applicant receive the assistance amount in cash?
No, the financial assistance is transferred directly to the applicant's registered bank account.
Is the scheme applicable across all regions of Gujarat?
Yes, the scheme is applicable throughout the state of Gujarat for eligible farmers facing crop loss due to natural calamities.
How can an applicant apply for this scheme?
Applicants can apply on the iKhedut portal to avail the benefits of the scheme.
What documents are required to apply for this scheme?
The required documents include the applicant's Aadhar card, a 7/12 land extract, and a bank passbook or cancelled cheque.
Who should the applicant contact for help or more information about the scheme?
The applicant should contact the nearest agriculture office or visit the iKhedut portal for more information.