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Whale Shark Compensation

Compensation for damage to fisherman's nets caused by whale shark

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State

States / UT: Gujarat

Department: FOREST AND ENVIRONMENT DEPARTMENT

Nodal department: FOREST AND ENVIRONMENT DEPARTMENT

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Target beneficiaries: Fishermen, Forest Workers

Tags: Fishermen, Financial Assistance, Whale Shark, Forest Department, Gujarat, Support, Entanglement, Compensation, Environmental Protection, State Government, Forest Workers, General Scheme

Details

This scheme provides financial assistance of Rs. 50,000 for the removal of net bars to whale sharks that are accidentally entangled in fishing nets set by fishermen in the sea. The initiative is aimed at supporting fishermen and forest workers across the state.

Benefits

  • - Financial assistance of Rs. 50,000
  • Support for fishermen affected by whale shark entanglement
  • Financial assistance of Rs. 50,000
  • Support for fishermen affected by whale shark entanglement

Eligibility

Fishermen and forest workers are eligible to apply. There are no income limits or social and economic standards specified.

Application Process

Online

  1. Obtain the application form on plain paper.
  2. Submit the completed application form to the office of the Range Forest Officer or Deputy Forest Conservator.
  3. Required attachments include:
    • Aadhar Card
    • Business Address Proof
    • Copy of license
    • Identity proof of the applicant
  4. Additional supporting evidence may be requested by the insurer at their discretion.

For more details, visit the Department Website or the Service Details Site.

Documents Required

No document list is available for this scheme yet.

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Documents Required for Government Schemes

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  • Aadhaar Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Caste Certificate (if applicable)
  • Residence Proof
  • Bank Account Details
  • Educational Certificates (for student schemes)

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