Sarkari Yojana

Development of Brackish Water Aquaculture

Gujarat
Quick Summary: Gujarat's Development of Brackish Water Aquaculture scheme offers 50% subsidies to shrimp farmers for aerators, new farm construction, renovation, fencing, feed and seed, seaweed culture, effluent treatment and hatcheries. Applications are made on the I-Khedut Portal.

About Development of Brackish Water Aquaculture

The Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat, introduced the “Development of Brackish Water Aquaculture” scheme to lift the earnings of brackish water fishermen. It promotes modern shrimp farming methods, better disease control, more employment and higher shrimp exports, and offers subsidies for developing shrimp farms, buying equipment and related work.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

State Government

Eligible Entity

Individual

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Development of Brackish Water Aquaculture, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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The applicant needs land of their own, or…

The applicant needs land of their own, or land allotted by the government, for shrimp farming.

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The beneficiary's shrimp farm must be registered with…

The beneficiary's shrimp farm must be registered with the coastal aquaculture authority, or an application for registration must have been made.

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The beneficiary must hold a bank account in…

The beneficiary must hold a bank account in their own name.

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A valid identity document (Voter ID, Aadhaar Card,…

A valid identity document (Voter ID, Aadhaar Card, Ration Card or Passport) is required.

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

Benefits Provided

Development of Brackish Water Aquaculture provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

Component-wise assistance (Name of Component / Standard of Assistance / Remarks / Minimum Time Limit (in Years) for Reclaiming Benefits):

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Subsidy on purchase of Aerator

— Standard of Assistance: 50% subsidy on a unit cost of Rs.50, 000/- or 50% of the actual cost, whichever is lower, to be sanctioned — Remarks: given to the Shrimp Farm owner — Time Limit: Once in 3 years

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Subsidy on Construction of New shrimp farm

— Standard of Assistance: 50% subsidy on a unit cost of Rs.7.00 lakh per Hector or 50% of the actual cost, whichever is lower, to be sanctioned — Remarks: given to the land owner, or the beneficiary must hold the land on a 10-year lease; where the collector has allotted govt. land, the land allotment order must accompany the application — Time Limit: Once in lifetime

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Subsidy on Renovation of shrimp farm

— Standard of Assistance: subsidy on a unit cost of Rs.20, 000/- Per hector or 50% of the actual cost, whichever is lower, to be sanctioned — Remarks: given to the Shrimp Farm owner — Time Limit: Once in 3 years

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Subsidy on Bird Fencing / Dog Fencing

— Standard of Assistance: bird fencing gets 50% subsidy on a unit cost of Rs. 10,000/- per hector; dog fencing gets 50% subsidy on a unit cost of Rs. 25,000/- per hector — Remarks: given to the Shrimp Farm owner — Time Limit: Once in 3 years

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Subsidy on purchase of shrimp feed and seed

— Standard of Assistance: 50% subsidy on a unit cost of Rs.3.00 lakh per Hector or 50% of the actual cost, whichever is lower, to be sanctioned — Remarks: given to the Shrimp Farm owner — Time Limit: Once in 3 years

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Sea weed culture

— Standard of Assistance: Tube net: 50% subsidy on a unit cost of Rs.8000/- or 50% of the actual cost, whichever is lower; Raft: 50% subsidy on a unit cost of Rs.3000/- or 50% of the actual cost, whichever is lower, to be sanctioned — Remarks: subsidy for buying tube nets/Rafts is given for sea weed culture — Time Limit: Once in 3 years

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Construction of Effluent Treatment System (ETS)

— Standard of Assistance: 50% of a unit cost of Rs. 11,00,000/- per hector or 50% of the actual cost, whichever is lower, to be sanctioned — Remarks: given to the Shrimp Farm owner — Time Limit: Once in lifetime

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Shrimp Hatchery

— Standard of Assistance: 50% of a unit cost of Rs. 400.00 lakh or 50% of the actual cost, whichever is lower, to be sanctioned — Remarks: given to the land owner, or the beneficiary must hold the land on a 10-year lease; the hatchery must have a production capacity of 100 million P.L/ year — Time Limit: Once in lifetime

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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Documentary proof of land ownership

Documentary proof of land ownership.

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Shrimp farm registration certificate (or the receipt for…

Shrimp farm registration certificate (or the receipt for the registration application).

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An identity document (Voter ID/Ration Card/Aadhaar Card/Passport)

An identity document (Voter ID/Ration Card/Aadhaar Card/Passport).

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Particulars of the applicant's bank account

Particulars of the applicant's bank account.

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Any further document that may be requested

Any further document that may be requested.

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

How to Apply

Online Application

Applicants can apply for Development of Brackish Water Aquaculture through the online application process outlined below.

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Apply online on the I-Khedut Portal

Apply online on the I-Khedut Portal: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/

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From the home page, choose 'Schemes' and then…

From the home page, choose 'Schemes' and then 'Agricultural Schemes'.

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Pick the scheme and press 'Apply' to open…

Pick the scheme and press 'Apply' to open the application page.

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Press "Apply New" and submit a fresh application

Press "Apply New" and submit a fresh application.

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Use the "Update Application" button to make corrections

Use the "Update Application" button to make corrections.

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When the application is complete, confirm it

When the application is complete, confirm it.

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Print the confirmed application and hand in the…

Print the confirmed application and hand in the related documents at the concerned Taluka office.

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Application Status can be checked, and application details…

Application Status can be checked, and application details viewed/printed/uploaded, through this link: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/public/frm_Applicant_Corner.aspx Contact Us: Click here .

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

Official Application & Website

Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.

Official Sources & References