What you get
Damage caused by fire accidents to standing crops, harvested crops in the field, crops stored in barns for threshing, or residual produce in the notified market areas of Uttarakhand State, as well as damage to property and livestock due to fire in the farmer’s house, and damage to agricultural land due to floods or rain-induced soil erosion, all such losses make farmers eligible to receive compensation under this scheme.
Who can apply
Required Paperwork
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Income Certificate
- Residence Proof (Domicile)
Common Questions
Who can benefit from this scheme?
All resident farmers and agricultural producers of Uttarakhand who suffer damage to crops, livestock, or agricultural property due to fire, flood, or heavy rains in the notified market areas can benefit from this scheme.
What types of damages are covered under the scheme?
The scheme covers: | - Fire damage to standing crops, harvested crops, or crops kept in barns for threshing. | - Damage to property and livestock due to fire in the farmer’s house. | - Damage to agricultural land due to floods or rain-induced soil erosion.
Is there any age limit to apply for compensation?
Yes, the minimum age to apply for compensation under the scheme is 18 years.
Where can farmers get the application form?
Farmers can obtain the application form free of cost from the concerned Mandi Samiti office.
Within how many days must the incident be reported?
The affected farmer or producer must report the incident within 7 days of its occurrence by submitting the application form.
To whom should the application be submitted?
The application should be submitted to the Secretary, Chairman, Administrator, or Tehsildar of the concerned Mandi Samiti area.
How is the compensation amount paid to the farmer?
The Mandi Board prepares a bank draft in the name of the claimant and sends it to the Secretary of the concerned Mandi Committee for disbursement to the farmer.