PM Matsya Yojana
Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (CSS 60%)
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States / UT: Gujarat
Ministry / nodal: Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare
Department: Agriculture and Co-operation Department
Nodal department: Agriculture and Co-operation Department
Scheme for: Individual
Scheme profile
DBT (direct benefit transfer): No
Target beneficiaries: Fishermen, Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes
Tags: Fisheries, Employment, Subsidy, Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Fish Farming, Inland Fisheries, Financial Assistance, Aquaculture, Government Scheme, India
Details
The Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana aims to increase fish production by rearing fish in reservoirs and providing employment to individuals involved in inland fisheries activities. The scheme seeks to accelerate inland fish farming in freshwater bodies, enhance fish production, and boost the overall inland fisheries sector. A significant focus is on providing employment opportunities to beneficiaries from Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in the state, while also increasing fish production. The scheme excludes water bodies or ponds with less land and less water.
Benefits
- - Financial assistance through subsidies
- Employment opportunities in inland fisheries
- Support for fish farming activities
- Financial assistance through subsidies
- Employment opportunities in inland fisheries
- Support for fish farming activities
Eligibility
The scheme is applicable to fishermen across India. There are no income limits specified for individuals or families. Any gender can apply.
Exclusions
The scheme does not cover water bodies or ponds with less land and less water.
Application Process
Online
Applications can be submitted online through the i-khedut Portal. Required documents include:
- Aadhar Card
- Bank Pass Book/Cancelled Cheque
- Caste Certificate
- Copy of license
- Passport Size Photos
- Quotations
- Ration Card
For more details, visit the following links:
Documents Required
No document list is available for this scheme yet.
Official links
References
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Documents Required for Government Schemes
Most government schemes require basic documents for verification. While the exact requirements vary, common documents include:
- Aadhaar Card
- Income Certificate
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Residence Proof
- Bank Account Details
- Educational Certificates (for student schemes)
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