PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana is a transformative scheme launched by the Government of India in 2019. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to small and marginal farmers across the country, and to improve their overall economic well-being. Let’s take a closer look at some of the key aspects of the PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana.
Eligibility Criteria:
To be eligible for the PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana, a farmer must meet the following criteria:
1. The farmer must be a resident of India.
2. The farmer must have a cultivable landholding up to 2 hectares.
3. The farmer must be part of a family that has a total landholding of up to 2 hectares.
4. The farmer must have a valid Aadhaar card.
Benefit Amount:
Under the PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana, eligible farmers receive a benefit of Rs. 6,000 annually, payable in three installments of Rs. 2,000 each. The first installment is paid between April and July, the second installment is paid between August and November, and the third installment is paid between December and March.
Mode of Payment:
The benefit amount under PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana is directly transferred to the bank accounts of the beneficiaries through electronic fund transfer. The farmers are required to link their Aadhaar card details to their bank account to receive the payment.
Registration Process:
Farmers can register for the PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana by visiting the official website of the scheme – pmkisan.gov.in. They can also approach their nearest Common Service Center (CSC) for assistance with the registration process.
Conclusion:
PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana has been a game-changer for small and marginal farmers in India. It has played a significant role in improving their financial stability and overall livelihood. The scheme has provided much-needed relief to farmers by providing them with a regular source of income, which they can use to invest in their farms, buy new equipment, and improve their standard of living. The government continues to focus on reaching out to more farmers and expanding the scope of the scheme to cover more beneficiaries.