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This scheme helps farmers in Puducherry get a subsidy for installing sprinkler or drip micro-irrigation systems, making Read More... farming more efficient. Read less

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Farming in Puducherry can get a significant boost with the 'Assistance for Installation of Sprinkler / Drip Micro Irrigation Systems' scheme. Launched by the Department of Agriculture and Farmer's Welfare, this initiative aims to help farmers adopt modern irrigation techniques, leading to better water management and crop yields.

What Is This Scheme?

This scheme offers financial help in the form of a subsidy to farmers for setting up sprinkler or drip irrigation systems. The goal is to promote water conservation and efficient water use in agriculture across Puducherry.

Who Can Benefit From This Scheme?

A wide range of farmers can benefit, including Marginal Farmers, Small Farmers, Scheduled Caste/Schedule Tribe Farmers, Women Farmers, Big Farmers, and even Institutions. The scheme is designed to be inclusive and support various farming needs.

Why This Scheme Is Important

In today's climate, efficient water usage is crucial for agriculture. Micro-irrigation systems like sprinklers and drippers help farmers save water, reduce operational costs, and improve crop productivity. This scheme makes these advanced systems more accessible by providing financial assistance, thereby contributing to sustainable farming practices in the Union Territory.

Objective

This scheme helps farmers in Puducherry get a subsidy for installing sprinkler or drip micro-irrigation systems, making farming more efficient.

Benefits

Exhibition LevelPercentageMaximum Assistance (Cost of Stall rent + Cost for product Literature and Display material cost)Product Literature & Display Material LimitState Level Exhibition75%₹50,000₹10,000/-National Level Exhibition75%₹1,00,000₹10,000/-International Level (Inside India)75%₹2,00,000₹20,000/-International Level (Outside India)60%₹5,00,000₹50,000/-Participation Limit:

State, National, and International (Inside India) exhibitions:Maximum 5 times (total).

International (Outside India) exhibitions:Maximum 3 times (total).

Note:

MSME may avail benefits of the Central Government Scheme for such components for which assistance is not availed under the State Government Scheme or Vice Versa.

The total quantum of assistance under both the State and Central Government Scheme would be limited to actual expenditure.

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Guidelines

Eligibility Criteria

You must be a Marginal Farmer, Small Farmer, Scheduled Caste Farmer, Schedule Tribe Farmer, Women Farmer, Big Farmer, or an Institution.
You should own agricultural land in the Union Territory of Puducherry and have your own or leased tubewell with sufficient water and a pumping system.
Farmers who have already received the maximum subsidy for sprinkler systems within the last 10 years or for drip irrigation systems within the last 8 years are not eligible.
If you have installed micro-irrigation systems in additional areas previously and received part of the maximum subsidy, you can still apply for the balance amount, after deducting what you've already received.
The 10-year period for sprinkler systems and 8-year period for drip systems will apply to the land itself, even if ownership changes.
If you plan to cultivate intercrops for 3 years, you can still apply for drip irrigation subsidies even if you've previously received subsidies for sprinkler systems, and vice versa.

How To Apply

To apply for this scheme, you generally need to submit an application form along with the required documents. While the official notification provides details, the process typically involves:

Obtaining the application form from the designated department office or authorized centers.
Filling out the form completely with accurate details.
Submitting the form along with all the necessary supporting documents to the Department of Agriculture and Farmer's Welfare, Union Territory of Puducherry.

For the latest and most precise application details, please refer to the official notifications and website of the Department of Agriculture and Farmer's Welfare, Puducherry.

Documents Required

A Revenue Certificate issued by an authority not below the rank of Deputy Tahsildar of the Revenue Department.
Photocopy of your land's Field Measurement Book (FMB) sketch.
Electricity policy card of the tubewell used for irrigation.
A photocopy of the first page of your bank passbook (showing name, address, and account number) and the last transaction page.
For Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe farmers: A Caste Certificate issued by an authority not below the rank of Deputy Tahsildar of the Revenue Department.

FAQ’s

What are the subsidy rates for different farmer categories?

Marginal, Small, Scheduled Caste/Schedule Tribe, and Women Farmers get a 90% subsidy or ₹25,000 per hectare (whichever is less). Big Farmers and Institutions are eligible for a 70% subsidy or ₹25,000 per hectare (whichever is less).

If I've already installed a micro-irrigation system, can I still apply?

Yes, if you've installed micro-irrigation systems in the past and received part of the maximum subsidy, you can apply for the balance amount for additional areas. The amount you've already received will be deducted.

How will I receive the subsidy if I hire a company to install the system?

If you choose to work with manufacturers or dealers, the subsidy amount will be paid directly to their bank account after you confirm satisfactory completion of the work.

What kind of proof of land ownership is needed?

You need to provide a Revenue Certificate issued by a Deputy Tahsildar and a photocopy of the Field Measurement Book (FMB) sketch of your agricultural land.

Is there a minimum duration I need to have owned the land?

The scheme requires you to own cultivable agricultural land in Puducherry. There isn't a specific minimum ownership duration mentioned for eligibility, but the land's history regarding micro-irrigation installation is considered.

Can I get a subsidy for a drip system if I previously got one for sprinklers?

Yes, you can. Farmers who have previously availed subsidies for sprinkler irrigation systems are eligible for drip irrigation systems, and vice versa, provided they commit to cultivating intercrops for three years.

How much money can I get per hectare under this scheme?

The maximum subsidy amount provided per hectare is ₹25,000, regardless of whether you're a small farmer or a large institution. The percentage of subsidy will be calculated based on the total cost or this ₹25,000 limit.

What happens if I do the installation work myself?

If you choose to complete the installation work using your own funds, the subsidy amount will be directly released to your bank account through an Electronic Clearing System (ECS).

How long must the micro-irrigation system be in place before I can reapply for subsidies on the same land?

The land where a sprinkler irrigation system is installed is considered for 10 years, and for a drip irrigation system, it's 8 years. This period is important even if the land ownership changes.

What specific documents prove my caste for preference?

Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe farmers need to submit a Caste Certificate that has been issued by an authority not below the rank of Deputy Tahsildar of the Revenue Department.

Besides the Revenue Certificate, what other land and bank details are needed?

You need to submit a photocopy of the Field Measurement Book (FMB) sketch of your land, the electricity policy card for your irrigation tubewell, and photocopies of your bank passbook, including the first page with your details and the last transaction page.