About this scheme
Through this scheme, the farmers are provided Poly House, Shade Net House (Tubular Structure), Plastic Mulching at subsidised rates for practising Protected Cultivation. In Puducherry, this scheme is implemented by the Department of Agriculture and Farmer's Welfare, Union Territory of Puducherry.
"Protected Cultivation" component of the "Establishment of New Gardens (Area Expansion)" scheme under the "National Horticulture Mission (NHM)", a Centrally Sponsored Scheme by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Govt. of India. In Puducherry, this scheme is implemented by the Department of Agriculture and Farmer's Welfare, Union Territory of Puducherry. Through this scheme, the farmers are provided Poly House, Shade Net House (Tubular Structure), and Plastic Mulching at subsidised rates for practising Protected Cultivation.
More from the official listing
- Scheme for
- Individual
- DBT (direct bank transfer)
- No
What you get
- Poly House: Naturally Ventilated system (Tubular structure) – Subsidized Cost of Rs. 467.50/- per square meter.
- Shade Net House (Tubular Structure): Subsidized Cost of Rs. 355/- per square meter. Maximum of 4000 square meters per beneficiary.
- Plastic Mulching: Rs. 10,000/- per hectare as a subsidy (maximum of 2 hectares per beneficiary).
Who can apply
- The applicant should be a resident/native of Puducherry.
- The applicant should be a Farmer.
Papers to keep ready
1. Farmer Identity Card.
2. Family Food Ration Card.
3. Voter ID Card.
4. Residence-cum-Nativity Certificate, issued by the Revenue Department.
5. Detailed Project Statement.
6. Soil and Water Test Certificate.
7. Detailed Drawing of the Shade Net/ Green Hut Set Up.
8. Map of Land.
9. Electricity Bill Receipt.
How to apply
Offline
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Office of the Additional Director of Agriculture (Horticulture) and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the Deputy Director of Agriculture (Horti-NHM).
OR
The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format https://wcd.py.gov.in/sites/default/files/wcdmarrigeofpoorbride.pdfof the application form.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form and the documents to the Deputy Director of Agriculture (Chemistry).
Step 4: On receipt of the application, necessary entries will be made in the application receipt register and a unique number is assigned to the applicant for identifying each applicant which shall be used for all further references and also as acknowledgement for the receipt of the application.
Questions readers ask
What is the maximum area coverage allowed for Poly House per beneficiary?
The scheme does not specify a maximum area coverage for Poly House.
What is the maximum subsidy amount for Plastic Mulching per beneficiary?
The maximum subsidy for Plastic Mulching is Rs. 10,000/- per ha, up to 2 ha per beneficiary.
How is the Poly House designed in the scheme?
The Poly House is a Naturally Ventilated system with a Tubular structure.
What is the subsidized cost for Shade Net House (Tubular Structure) per sq.m.?
What is the subsidized cost for Shade Net House (Tubular Structure) per sq.m.?
Who is eligible to apply for this scheme in Puducherry?
The applicant must be a resident/native of Puducherry and a farmer.
How much subsidy is provided for Plastic Mulching under the scheme?
Plastic Mulching is subsidized at Rs. 10,000/- per ha, with a maximum of 2 ha per beneficiary.
How much is the subsidized cost for Poly House (Naturally Ventilated system) under the scheme?
The subsidized cost for Poly House is Rs. 467.50/- per sq.m.
What role does the Soil and Water Test Certificate play in the application process?
The Soil and Water Test Certificate is a mandatory document required for assessing the suitability of the land for cultivation under the scheme.
Can applicants choose any brand or type for the Shade Net House setup?
The scheme does not specify restrictions on the brand or type of Shade Net House setup.
Is there a deadline for submitting applications under the "Protected Cultivation" component?
The scheme documentation does not mention a specific deadline for application submission.
How does the scheme support farmers in practicing Protected Cultivation?
It provides subsidized Poly House, Shade Net House, and Plastic Mulching to farmers for Protected Cultivation.
Can farmers from other Indian states apply for the scheme in Puducherry?
No, only residents/native farmers of Puducherry are eligible to apply.
Apply through the official channel
Applications are taken only by the government office that runs the scheme, on its portal or at the office named in the order. Applying costs nothing, and nobody can charge you to get an application approved.
Open the official portal agri.py.gov.in- Citizen's Charter agri.py.gov.in · PDF
- Application Form agri.py.gov.in · PDF
- Contact Us agri.py.gov.in
- Grievance Redressal agri.py.gov.in · PDF
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