Pradhan Mantri Samman Nidhi Yojana (PM-KISAN) is one of the most ambitious schemes of the Indian Government, aimed at providing financial assistance to the small and marginal farmers in the country. Under this scheme, eligible farmers receive an annual amount of Rs. 6,000 in their bank accounts as a direct benefit transfer, which is paid in three equal instalments of Rs. 2,000 each.
Beneficiary status in Pradhan Mantri Samman Nidhi Yojana
To be eligible for PM-KISAN, farmers must meet certain criteria, including:
1. Ownership of cultivable land
2. The landholding must be registered in the farmer’s name or the name of his/her family member
3. The landholding must be less than or equal to 2 hectares
4. The farmer must apply for PM-KISAN through the Common Service Centre (CSC) or by visiting the PM-KISAN portal.
Once the farmer has applied, the Government verifies the beneficiary status based on the eligibility criteria. If the application is found to be eligible, the farmer is included in the list of beneficiaries, and the first instalment of Rs. 2,000 is credited to his/her bank account within a few days.
The beneficiary status can be checked by visiting the PM-KISAN portal (pmkisan.gov.in), where farmers can enter their Aadhaar number or mobile number to get details about their status. The portal provides information about the date of transfer, the amount credited, and the status of the application.
In case a farmer’s application is rejected due to any reason, he/she can appeal against the decision by visiting the PM-KISAN portal or by reaching out to the concerned authorities.
Conclusion
Pradhan Mantri Samman Nidhi Yojana is a crucial initiative of the Indian Government, which aims to provide financial assistance to small and marginal farmers in the country. With the help of technology and a robust verification process, PM-KISAN ensures that only eligible farmers receive the benefits. By checking the beneficiary status on the PM-KISAN portal, farmers can stay updated about their application and ensure that they receive the benefits of this scheme.