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Assistance to Scheduled Castes for Fisheries: Prawn Seed Stocking Gujarat

The scheme aims to increase fish production by rearing fish in reservoirs and to provide employment to Scheduled Caste (SC) individuals involved in inland fisheries activities.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Gujarat

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

100% assistance is given to the lessee of the reservoir of the Scheduled Caste, including the total cost of prawn seed and transportation cost. | Minimum Time Limit (in Years) for Reclaiming Benefits: 1 Year

Who can apply

The applicant should belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) community.; The applicant should be above 18 years of age.; The applicant should be involved in inland fisheries activities.; The applicant can be an individual, a society, a self-help group, an association, a reservoir monopoly, or a private unit.; The applicant must have a bank account in their own name.; The applicant must have an Aadhar Card/Voter ID/Ration Card/Passport as proof of identity.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

Who can get the benefit for prawn seed and its transportation cost?

The benefit is available only to Scheduled Caste (SC) lessees of reservoirs involved in inland fisheries activities.

Is financial help given for both prawn seed and transportation?

Yes, 100% assistance is given, covering the full cost of prawn seed and its transportation.

How often can one receive the benefit for prawn seed stocking?

This benefit is provided once in a year to eligible SC reservoir lessees.

Can someone below 18 years of age apply for this benefit?

No, the applicant must be above 18 years of age to be eligible.

Do I need to have a bank account to apply for this benefit?

Yes, the applicant must have their own bank account to receive the assistance.

Is there an online platform to apply for the prawn seed benefit?

Yes, the application must be submitted through the iKhedut portal (https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in).

What is the main objective of giving free prawn seed and transport cost?

The aim is to increase fish production in reservoirs and provide employment to Scheduled Caste fishermen.

Can I apply if I am part of a self-help group involved in fisheries?

Yes, self-help groups involved in inland fisheries activities are eligible to apply.

Will I receive cash for buying the seed or the department provides the seed directly?

The assistance covers the cost directly, but the mode of disbursement is not specified in the provided details.

What is the duration of the assistance for prawn seed stocking?

The assistance for prawn seed stocking is provided for a duration of 1 year.

Is the scheme only for fishermen?

The scheme is for Scheduled Caste individuals involved in inland fisheries activities, including fish farmers and fishermen.