Sarkari Yojana

Assistance to Scheduled Castes for Fisheries: Prawn Seed Stocking Gujarat

Gujarat
Quick Summary: Scheduled Caste reservoir lessees in Gujarat get the full cost of prawn seed and its transportation covered, with the benefit reclaimable after 1 year, to boost inland fish production and employment.

About Assistance to Scheduled Castes for Fisheries: Prawn Seed Stocking Gujarat

The “Assistance to Scheduled Castes for Fisheries” scheme’s “Prawn Seed Stocking” component, set up by Gujarat’s Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Co-operation Department and run by the Commissioner of Fisheries, Government of Gujarat, bears 100% of the cost of prawn seed and its transport for Scheduled Caste lessees of reservoirs. It is intended to increase fish production in reservoirs and provide livelihoods to Scheduled Caste (SC) individuals in inland fisheries. Objectives:

  • Push up fish production through reservoir rearing and give employment to scheduled caste (SC) people in inland fisheries activities.
  • Support scheduled caste (SC) fish farmers and fishermen in expanding fish farming or fishing in freshwater bodies.
  • Enhance fish production and inland fisheries through reservoir fishing, pond aquaculture and river catch by scheduled caste (SC) fish farmers and fishermen.
  • The central aim is to create employment for Scheduled Caste fishermen in the state and grow fish production.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

State Government

Implementing Agency

Commissioner Of Fisheries

Eligible Entity

Business Entity, Individual

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Assistance to Scheduled Castes for Fisheries: Prawn Seed Stocking Gujarat, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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Eligibility is limited to the Scheduled Caste (SC)…

Eligibility is limited to the Scheduled Caste (SC) community.

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The applicant should have crossed 18 years of…

The applicant should have crossed 18 years of age.

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The applicant should be working in inland fisheries…

The applicant should be working in inland fisheries activities.

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An individual, society, self-help group, association, reservoir monopoly…

An individual, society, self-help group, association, reservoir monopoly or private unit may apply.

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The applicant should have a personal bank account…

The applicant should have a personal bank account in their own name.

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The applicant should hold an Aadhaar Card/Voter ID/Ration…

The applicant should hold an Aadhaar Card/Voter ID/Ration Card/Passport to prove identity. Preference/Reservation: Only Scheduled Caste fishermen under the inland fisheries scheme benefit.

Applicants must meet all of the above conditions to be considered eligible for this scheme.
Benefits

Benefits Provided

Assistance to Scheduled Castes for Fisheries: Prawn Seed Stocking Gujarat provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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Scheduled Caste lessees of reservoirs receive 100% assistance,…

Scheduled Caste lessees of reservoirs receive 100% assistance, covering the full cost of prawn seed as well as transportation.

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Minimum Time Limit (in Years) for Reclaiming…

Minimum Time Limit (in Years) for Reclaiming Benefits: 1 Year

Benefit amounts and conditions may vary by category — refer to the official scheme guidelines for exact figures applicable to your case.
Documents Required

Documents Required

Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:

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Aadhaar Card/Voter ID/Ration Card/Passport serving as identity proof

Aadhaar Card/Voter ID/Ration Card/Passport serving as identity proof

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Bank account passbook in the applicant's name

Bank account passbook in the applicant's name

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Certificate confirming Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe category

Certificate confirming Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe category

Ensure all documents are valid and, where required, duly attested before submitting your application.

How to Apply

Online Application

Applicants can apply for Assistance to Scheduled Castes for Fisheries: Prawn Seed Stocking Gujarat through the online application process outlined below.

Registration Process:

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Online applications are accepted on the I-Khedut Portal

Online applications are accepted on the I-Khedut Portal.

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Select 'Login' on the top right, click "Beneficiary…

Select 'Login' on the top right, click "Beneficiary Registration" and pick a Beneficiary Type from 'Farmer', 'Institutional' or 'Except For the Farmer'.

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Those choosing 'Institutional' or 'Except For the Farmer'…

Those choosing 'Institutional' or 'Except For the Farmer' should fill in the 'Company Name' and Address. All applicants must then choose the District, Taluka and Village, select 'what type of account holder you are?', provide the Account Number and Name, answer the Captcha and click 'Save and Next'.

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Add your Mobile Number and E-mail address, click…

Add your Mobile Number and E-mail address, click 'Send OTP', type the OTP you received, set a Password and confirm it, answer the Captcha and click 'Submit'. Login Process:

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Apply online by going to the I-Khedut Portal

Apply online by going to the I-Khedut Portal.

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Click 'Login' in the homepage's top right corner,…

Click 'Login' in the homepage's top right corner, and from the home page choose ‘Schemes’ and then ‘Agricultural Schemes’.

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Select the scheme; pressing ‘Apply’ opens the application…

Select the scheme; pressing ‘Apply’ opens the application page.

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Hit "Apply New" to submit your application

Hit "Apply New" to submit your application.

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Corrections can be made via "Update Application"

Corrections can be made via "Update Application".

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Confirm the application once filled

Confirm the application once filled.

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Print a copy of the confirmed application

Print a copy of the confirmed application. Contact Us: Click here .

Ensure all required documents are ready before starting the application process.

Objectives

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Official Application & Website

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Official Sources & References