About this agriculture scheme
The scheme provides financial assistance to dairy farmers belonging to ST category on purchase of electric powered chaff cutters. By using power driven chaff cutter, dairy farmers can reduce wastage of green & dry fodder which is economically important for their profitable dairy farming.
The scheme “Assistance for Power Driven Chaff Cutter Scheme under Tribal Area Sub Plan” is implemented by the Directorate of Animal Husbandry, Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Co-operation Department, Government of Gujarat. Under this scheme, financial assistance is given to dairy farmers belonging to the Scheduled Tribes (ST) category on purchase of electric powered chaff cutters. By using power driven chaff cutter, dairy farmers can reduce wastage of green and dry fodder which is economically important for their profitable dairy farming.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Assistance for Power Driven Chaff Cutter Scheme under Tribal Area Sub Plan (TASP- ST Category) (APDCCSTASP(STC)) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Agriculture |
| Level / State | State · Gujarat |
| Official portal | ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in (see References at the end) |
Key facts
| Implementing agency | Department Of Animal Husbandry, District Panchayats, Gujarat |
|---|---|
| Scheme for | Individual |
| Application mode | Online |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 18 to 80 years
- 🏷️ST
- 📝Online
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- Under the scheme, financial assistance up to 75% of the purchase cost of powered chaff cutter or Rs. 18,000/-, whichever is less, is given to beneficiaries of Scheduled Tribes category.
Note: The amount of assistance will be deposited in bank account of the beneficiary.
Who qualifies
- The beneficiary should be a permanent resident of Gujarat.
- The beneficiary should belong to the Scheduled Tribe category.
- The beneficiary should have a minimum of five (5) animals of his/her own.
Papers to keep ready
1. Identity proof of the applicant i.e. Aadhaar Card
2. Scheduled Tribe certificate
3. Proof of residence
4. Proof of possessing necessary animals
5. Bank account details of beneficiary
6. Any other documents as required
Registration walkthrough
Online
Step 01: The applicant may visit and apply online at I-Khedut Portal: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/
Step 02: On the home page, click on ‘Schemes’ and then click on ‘Animal Husbandry Schemes’.
Step 03: Now select the scheme, click on the ‘Apply’ button and an application page will open.
Step 04: Click on "Apply New" button and submit a new application.
Step 05: Click on the "Update Application" button to add corrections to the application.
Step 06: Once the application is done, confirm it.
Step 07: Take a print out of the confirmed application.
Step 08: Applicant can also check their Application Status/View/Print/Upload Application details from the below link: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/public/frm_Applicant_Corner.aspx
Note: After sanctioning application through I-Khedut Portal, beneficiary has to purchase Chaff Cutter from government approved empanelled vendor and has to produce the bill for claim submission of subsidy.
Frequently asked questions
What is the purpose of the scheme?
The scheme aims to assist dairy farmers in reducing wastage of green and dry fodder, which is important for profitable dairy farming.
Who is eligible for assistance under this scheme?
Eligibility criteria include being a permanent resident of Gujarat, belonging to the Scheduled Tribe category, and owning a minimum of five animals.
What benefits does the scheme offer?
The scheme provides financial assistance of up to 75% of the purchase cost of the powered chaff cutter or Rs. 18,000/-, whichever is less, to beneficiaries belonging to the Scheduled Tribes category.
How is the financial assistance provided?
How is the financial assistance provided?
Where can I find the application for this scheme?
Applicants can apply online through the I-Khedut Portal: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/
How is the subsidy claimed after purchasing the chaff cutter?
After purchasing the chaff cutter from a government-approved empanelled vendor, beneficiaries need to produce the bill for claim submission of the subsidy.
References and official sources
Apply only on the official portal. Nothing is applied for on this site, and applying is free.
- Official Website doah.gujarat.gov.in
- Scheme Details (Page No. 8) (PDF) doah.gujarat.gov.in
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