Scheme to Provide Financial Assistance to Farmers for Purchasing Sanedo Agricultural Equipment
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 Sanedo (Mini Tractor) equipment, which enhances efficiency and reduces labor dependency in farming operations.
Benefit Type
Cash
Eligibility Criteria
- The applicant must be a landholding farmer. - The applicant must belong to the Gujarat state.
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.
- - Land ownership documents.
- - Bank passbook copy.
- - Recent passport-size photograph.
- - Any other document if required.
FAQs
What is the objective of this scheme?
The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to farmers for purchasing "Sanedo" agricultural equipment, which enhances efficiency and reduces labor dependency in farming operations.
Who is eligible to apply for the scheme?
Any farmer who owns agricultural land in the state is eligible to apply for the scheme.
What is the maximum financial assistance provided under the scheme?
The scheme provides financial assistance of 25% of the total cost or ₹25,000/-, whichever is less.
How often can a farmer avail benefits under this scheme?
A farmer can avail benefits under this scheme once in 7 years.
What type of Sanedo equipment qualifies for the subsidy?
Only new Sanedo equipment that has been tested and approved by a Government of India-recognized testing center qualifies for the subsidy.
Can a farmer who does not own land apply for this scheme?
No, only farmers who hold agricultural land in the state are eligible for this scheme.
Can a farmer apply for the scheme offline?
No, the application process is completely online and must be completed through the iKhedut portal: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/
Where can a farmer get more information about the scheme?
A farmer can visit the nearest agriculture department office or check the details on the iKhedut portal for further assistance.