Scheme to Provide Financial Assistance to Purchase Solar Power Unit/Kit for Solar Fencing around the Farm
At a Glance
Scheme Category
Agriculture,Rural & Environment,Mechanization- solar power, farming systems
Target Beneficiaries
Individual
Brief Description
This scheme has been introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat. It aims to provide financial assistance to farmers for purchasing solar power units/kits for solar fencing around their farms to protect crops from damage caused by wild and stray animals.
Benefit Type
Cash
Eligibility Criteria
> For Individual Farmers: - The applicant must be a farmer. - The applicant must belong to the Gujarat state. > For Joint Landholder Farmers: - Only one landholder mentioned in the 8-A land record shall be eligible for the benefit. - The selected landholder must have the consent of all other joint landholders.
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
- Aadhaar Card.
- 8-A Land Record Document (for joint landholders, consent is required).
- Van Adhikar Patra or Sanad (for farmers in forest areas).
- Bank Passbook Copy.
- Recent Passport Size Photograph.
- Any other document if required.
FAQs
What is the objective of this scheme?
The scheme aims to support landholding farmers by subsidizing the cost of solar power units/kits for farm fencing.
Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?
Any landholding farmer in the state is eligible to apply for the scheme.
What is the financial assistance provided under this scheme?
The scheme provides 50% of the actual cost or ₹15,000/-, whichever is lower, for purchasing a solar power unit/kit.
Can a joint landholder apply separately for the scheme?
No, only one joint landholder listed in the 8-A land record can apply, and they must have the consent of all other joint landholders.
How frequently can a farmer apply for this scheme?
A farmer can avail of the benefits only once in 10 years.
Are farmers who have availed benefits under the "Wire Fencing Scheme" eligible for this scheme?
No, farmers who have already received assistance under the Wire Fencing Scheme are not eligible for this scheme.
Can a farmer apply if they own multiple landholdings?
No, a farmer can apply for assistance under this scheme for only one landholding account.
What additional document are required for farmers in forest areas?
Farmers in forest areas must submit a "Van Adhikar Patra or Sanad" to be eligible for the scheme.
Where should a farmer submit the application?
The application must be submitted online through the i-Khedut Portal: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/.
Who can a farmer contact for further assistance regarding the scheme?
Farmers can reach out to their Gram Sevak, Extension Officer, or District Agriculture Officer for more information.