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Crop Input Subsidy to the Farmers for Crop Loss Due to Natural Calamities

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.

State Cash

States / UT: Gujarat

Nodal department: Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Categories: Agriculture,Rural & Environment

Sub-categories: Environmental grants

Target beneficiaries: Individual

Tags: Crop Loss, Natural Calamity, Disaster Compensation, Crop Damage Support

Details

The scheme "Crop Input Subsidy to the Farmers for Crop Loss Due to Natural Calamities" introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat, aims to support farmers whose crops have been damaged by natural disasters such as floods, droughts, unseasonal rains, or other calamities. After a damage assessment is conducted by the district administration, eligible farmers receive compensation based on assistance norms defined by the State Government.

Benefits

  • - As per the assistance norms fixed by the State Government, keeping in view the natural calamities that occur from time to time
  • As per the assistance norms fixed by the State Government, keeping in view the natural calamities that occur from time to time

Eligibility

  • The applicant must be a farmer.
  • The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat.
  • The applicant must have suffered crop loss due to natural calamity.

Exclusions


Application Process

Online

Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at I-Khedut Portal: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/
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: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/public/frm_Applicant_Corner.aspx

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Clarifications

Additional points from the scheme information published on myScheme (not legal advice).

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. <br> <br>
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. <br> <br> <br> <br>
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. <br> <br>
Who conducts the crop damage verification for the scheme?
The crop damage is verified through a survey conducted by the concerned district administration. <br> <br>
Will the applicant receive the assistance amount in cash?
No, the financial assistance is transferred directly to the applicant&#39;s registered bank account. <br> <br>
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. <br> <br>
How can an applicant apply for this scheme?
Applicants can apply on the [iKhedut ](https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/)portal to avail the benefits of the scheme.
What documents are required to apply for this scheme?
The required documents include the applicant&#39;s Aadhar card, a 7/12 land extract, and a bank passbook or cancelled cheque. <br> <br>
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 ](https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/site/)portal for more information. <br> <br>

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