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To Increase Fish Seed Production and Inland Fisheries Resources in Tribal Areas: Training Kit - Gujarat 2026

This scheme helps expand fisheries in urban and semi-urban areas by providing financial aid and subsidies for  Read More... building new fish rearing ponds. Read less

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Looking to start or expand your fish farming business in Haryana? The Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) is here to help with its initiative for constructing new rearing ponds. This scheme, run by the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Government of India, focuses on boosting fisheries in urban and semi-urban locations.

What Is This Scheme?

The PMMSY scheme specifically supports the construction of new fish nursery or seed rearing ponds. It's designed to provide central assistance and subsidies for setting up these new units and covering initial operational costs.

Who Can Benefit From This Scheme?

Individuals and entities in Haryana looking to establish new fish rearing facilities in urban or semi-urban areas can benefit from this scheme. The support is aimed at expanding the state's fisheries sector.

Why This Scheme Is Important

By facilitating the creation of new rearing ponds, this scheme plays a crucial role in increasing fish production and supporting livelihoods within the fisheries sector. It encourages investment in modern aquaculture practices, especially in accessible urban and semi-urban regions.

Objective

This scheme helps expand fisheries in urban and semi-urban areas by providing financial aid and subsidies for building new fish rearing ponds.

Benefits

  • Scheduled Tribe trainees are given a training kit worth ₹2,500/- after completing three months of training.
  • The kit includes cast nets, gill nets with seekers and floats, nylon twine, cotton ropes, plastic ropes, and net-weaving equipment.
  • Training Kit:The kit is provided after the successful completion of a three-month training program.Frequency of Disbursement:The benefits for this component can be reclaimed only once in a lifetime.

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    Eligibility Criteria

    1. Applicants must possess a Parivar Pehchan Patra (PPP).
    2. The State Government provides subsidies for constructing new rearing ponds to expand fisheries in urban/semi-urban areas, exclusively for new pond construction under PMMSY.
    3. Central assistance is offered for the construction of new rearing units and the initial crop costs in these newly built ponds.
    4. Projects using land under a registered long-term lease are eligible, provided the lease agreement is for a minimum of 7 years.
    5. Landowners must submit revenue records clearly showing land title.

    How To Apply

    The application process details and where to submit them will be guided by the State Government. For official information and application forms, please refer to the links provided by the Department of Fisheries, Haryana, or the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Government of India. The central assistance for new rearing unit costs is released only after the ponds are ready for culture.

    Documents Required

    • Agreement Deed between the beneficiary and the Fisheries Department.
    • Proof of Date of Birth: Voting Card, Birth Certificate, Aadhar Card, or Matriculation Certificate.
    • Caste Certificate (issued by a first-class Magistrate or Tehsildar).
    • Training Certificate related to fisheries.
    • Land Records: For own land, submit Jamabandi, Nakal Akshizra Farad. For leased land, a registered lease deed of at least 7 years.
    • Bills, Receipts, and Vouchers for expenses incurred.
    • Photographs of the Ponds/Nurseries/Aerators, etc., along with the beneficiary.
    • Details of Bank Account and PAN Card.
    • Detailed Project Report (DPR) or Self-Contained Proposal (SCP) as per PMMSY guidelines.

    FAQ’s

    What is the maximum project cost supported per hectare under this scheme?

    The scheme supports a project cost of ₹7,00,000/- per Hectare for the construction of new rearing ponds.

    Can I use my rented land for this scheme?

    Yes, if you have land on a registered long-term lease, it can be considered for central financial assistance. The lease agreement must be for at least 7 years.

    What financial support can SC and Women beneficiaries expect?

    SC and Women beneficiaries can receive a subsidy of up to 60% of the project cost.

    When will the financial assistance for the new rearing unit be disbursed?

    Central assistance for constructing new rearing units will be released only after the newly constructed ponds are ready for fish rearing.

    What are the acceptable documents to prove my date of birth?

    You can submit your Voting Card, Birth Certificate, Aadhar Card, or Matriculation Certificate as proof of your date of birth.

    Does the scheme cover areas outside of cities and towns?

    No, this particular scheme for constructing new rearing ponds is limited to urban and semi-urban areas only for fisheries expansion.

    What specific document is needed if I own the land for the pond construction?

    If you own the land, you need to provide revenue records that clearly show your land title.

    Who is responsible for providing the subsidy for building these new ponds?

    The State Government is responsible for providing the subsidy for the construction of new rearing ponds under this scheme.

    What is the subsidy percentage for general category applicants?

    The subsidy for the General Category applicants is limited to 40% of the total project cost.

    Do I need a special certificate to apply for this scheme?

    Yes, you will likely need a Training Certificate related to fisheries, in addition to other required documents.

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