Cluster Mei Bagwani Ki Yojana

Cluster Mei Bagwani Ki Yojana

The “Cluster Mei Bagwani Ki Yojana” (Cluster-Based Horticulture Scheme) is a transformative initiative launched by the Bihar Department of Agriculture. This scheme is designed to enhance the agricultural productivity of farmers by encouraging the cluster-based cultivation of select crops, thereby improving their income levels.

Overview of the Scheme

This scheme focuses on the cultivation of various crops such as guava, amla, lemon, bael, lemongrass, papaya, marigold, dragon fruit, and strawberry. By providing financial assistance in the form of subsidies, the initiative aims to increase the acreage under these crops, thereby boosting the overall agricultural sector in Bihar.

Key Benefits

• Subsidy for Standard Crops: Farmers can receive a subsidy of ₹1,00,000 per acre for growing crops like guava, amla, lemon, bael, lemongrass, papaya, and marigold.
• Installments: The subsidy is disbursed in two installments:
  • First Installment: ₹65,000
  • Second Installment (conditional on 75% plant survival): ₹35,000
• Subsidy for Premium Crops: A higher subsidy amount of ₹2,00,000 per acre is available for cultivating dragon fruit and strawberry.
  • First Installment: ₹1,30,000
  • Second Installment (conditional on 75% plant survival): ₹70,000
• Additionally, the scheme provides necessary plant materials to the beneficiaries.

Beneficiary Allocation

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the “Cluster Mei Bagwani Ki Yojana,” applicants must meet the following criteria:

• The applicant must be an individual farmer, part of a farmers’ group, a Farmers Producer Organisation (FPO), or a cooperative society.
• Applicants should possess agricultural land, with a minimum size of 0.25 acres and a maximum of 10 acres (25 acres for cluster areas).
• Registration on the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) portal is mandatory.

Application Procedure

The application process consists of two main steps: DBT registration and online application for the scheme.

DBT Registration Process

1. Navigate to the DBT portal’s registration page.
2. Select the Aadhaar verification method: OTP, BIO-AUTH, or IRIS.
3. Enter your Aadhaar number and name as it appears on the Aadhaar card, then click “Authentication.”
4. Input the OTP received and click “Validate OTP.”
5. Confirm your “Kisan Credit Card (KCC)” details and proceed to “Farmer Registration.”
6. Complete the registration form with accurate details, including farmer information, land specifics, and bank account information, then click “Submit.”
7. Authenticate with OTP and click “Register” to generate your Registration ID.
8. After 48 hours, farmers can apply for the scheme using their 13-digit registration number.

Online Application Process

1. Visit the official scheme website.
2. Scroll down and check the confirmation box before clicking “Proceed to apply.”
3. Select your applicant type and input your DBT registration number. Click “Get details.”
4. Fill in the required fields, including address and land details, and upload necessary documents.
5. Agree to the terms by checking the box and click “Submit.”
6. An “Application Number” will be generated; retain this for future reference.
7. You can print the submitted application using the print option available on the site.

Helpdesk Information

For assistance, you can reach out to the helpdesk at:

• Address: 2nd Floor, Krishi Bhawan, Mithapur, Patna
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: 0612-2547772

Additionally, you can contact various state-level, division-level, and district-level officers for more information.

Official Source

For further details, please visit: myScheme.gov.in.