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Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojna (PM-Kisan) is a scheme launched by the Government of India in February 2019 to provide financial assistance to small and marginal farmers across India. Under this scheme, eligible farmers get Rs. 6,000 per annum in their bank accounts in three equal installments.
While the scheme has been rolled out successfully, many people still have some queries regarding its implementation, process of registration, and eligibility criteria. Let’s take a look at some of the common queries related to PM-Kisan:
1. Who is eligible for PM-Kisan?
Farmers who own cultivable land up to 2 hectares are eligible for PM-Kisan. The scheme is applicable to all farmers irrespective of their age, gender, or marriage status. However, farmers who are serving in government or semi-government organizations, individuals who pay income tax or people working in institutions such as universities, colleges, and research organizations are not eligible for the scheme.
2. How can farmers enroll for PM-Kisan?
The registration process for PM-Kisan is simple, and farmers can apply offline or online. Eligible farmers can fill the application form and submit it to their state’s revenue office or through the Common Service Centers (CSCs) or Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) or by visiting the official website of PM-Kisan. The online registration process is user-friendly and easy to follow, and farmers can complete it in quick time.
3. How is the financial assistance provided?
Under PM-Kisan, eligible farmers receive financial assistance of Rs. 6,000 per annum in three equal installments. The first installment is credited between April-June, the second installment between July-September, and the third between October-December every year. The financial assistance is directly credited to the bank account of the beneficiary farmer through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) mode.
4. Is PM-Kisan applicable to all states in India?
Yes, PM-Kisan is applicable to all states in India, including Union Territories. However, the scheme has not been implemented in the state of West Bengal, which has its own scheme similar to PM-Kisan.
5. Can farmers update their details in the PM-Kisan database?
Yes, farmers can update their details in the PM-Kisan database by visiting any of the approved centers mentioned above (CSCs, KVKs and revenue offices). They can provide their updated information, including bank account details and Aadhaar card number, to ensure hassle-free credit of financial assistance.
In conclusion, PM-Kisan is a well-conceived scheme that aims to provide financial security to small and marginal farmers in India. The scheme was launched with the objective of ensuring income support to farmers’ families so that they lead a respectable life. By addressing the above queries, the Government of India is taking proactive steps to make the scheme more accessible to the farmers of India.