Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojna (Watershed Development Component)

The Prime Minister Krishi Sinchayee Yojna (Watershed Development Component) (WDC-PMKSY) is a modified program derived from the earlier Drought Prone Areas Programme (DPAP), Desert Development Programme (DDP), and Integrated Wastelands Development Programme (IWDP) of the Department of Land Resources. Launched in 2009-10, this scheme aims for optimal resource use, sustainable outcomes, and integrated planning. It is implemented according to the Common Guidelines for Watershed Development Projects 2008. The primary objectives include restoring ecological balance by harnessing, conserving, and developing degraded natural resources such as soil, vegetative cover, and water. The expected outcomes are the prevention of soil erosion, regeneration of natural vegetation, rainwater harvesting, and recharging of the groundwater table, which facilitate multi-cropping and the introduction of diverse agro-based activities, ultimately providing sustainable livelihoods to the people.

• Prevention of soil erosion
• Regeneration of natural vegetation
• Rainwater harvesting
• Recharging of groundwater table
• Enables multi-cropping
• Introduction of diverse agro-based activities
• Provides sustainable livelihoods

All farmers are eligible to apply for this scheme, regardless of their social and economic standards or income limits.

Online

To apply, farmers need to submit an application on plain paper along with a 7/12 certificate. The application form is available for free. For more information, visit the Department of Panchayats, Rural Housing and Rural Development.