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Distribution of Horticulture Kit to Urban and Rural Areas

Through this scheme, all the horticulture growers in rural & urban areas are provided with a horticulture kit worth ₹ 3,000 per kit to urban and rural areas, during Aadipattam/Thaipattam, through the Additional Director of Agriculture (Horticulture).

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Puducherry

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

75% subsidy, i.e. distribution of horticulture kit worth ₹ 3,000 per kit to urban and rural areas (homestead/backyards), through the Additional Director of Agriculture (Horticulture), during Aadipattam/Thaipattam seasonality.

Who can apply

All horticulture growers of rural & urban areas are eligible.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

Can beneficiaries verify scheme information on the Department's Portal?

Yes, the provisional list is hosted on the Department's portal (https://agri.py.gov.in/) for public scrutiny, ensuring transparency and accessibility.

How is the subsidy disbursed to beneficiaries?

The eligible subsidy is released through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) mode after obtaining expenditure sanction as per established norms.

Who approves the final list of beneficiaries in the scheme?

The Director of Agriculture and the Secretary to Government (Agriculture) jointly approve the final list of beneficiaries.

What is the social auditing process for the provisional list of beneficiaries?

The provisional list is displayed in the Horticultural wing and on the Department's portal for public scrutiny, allowing a 10-day objection period.

How are field inspections conducted to validate cultivation progress?

Agricultural officers (Horticulture) maintain a register for applications and perform periodic field inspections in coordination with Agricultural Officers of Uzhavar Uthaviyagams.

What is the role of tenants in religious institutions in the application process?

Tenants must provide a letter of consent from the relevant authority and a cultivation certificate from the landowner or Agriculture/Revenue Department.

What documents are required for landowners to apply for horticulture schemes?

Landowners need to submit a farmer identity card or land documents (sale deed/partition deed/gift deed or will) along with the prescribed application form.

How does the Department of Agriculture ensure awareness of scheme application periods?

The Department conducts wide publicity for each crop and season, informing potential beneficiaries about application submissions.

How does the scheme ensure financial transparency in subsidy distribution?

The subsidy amount is transferred directly to the beneficiary's account through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) mode, aligning with established norms for financial transparency.

Are there any specific requirements for tenants participating in the scheme?

Tenants need a letter of consent from the relevant authority and a cultivation certificate, ensuring a collaborative verification process with the landowner or Agricultural/Revenue Department.

What is the specific time frame for the distribution of horticulture kits?

The distribution is carried out during Aadipattam/Thaipattam, aligning with the seasonal needs of horticulture activities.

How is the subsidy amount calculated for the horticulture kits?

The subsidy covers 75% of the horticulture kit's value, amounting to [?]3,000 per kit distributed to both urban and rural areas.