Popularisation Of Fishery Machinery/ Equipments/ Implements For Intensive Aquaculture In Odisha For The Financial Year 2021-22
The scheme offers a 40% subsidy for fish farmers in Odisha to procure modern aquaculture machinery and equipment.
Key facts
| Benefit | 40% back-ended subsidy on unit cost |
|---|---|
| Who | Fish farmers, fishers in Odisha |
| Implemented by | Fisheries & Animal Resources Development Department, Odisha |
| Official portal | fard.odisha.gov.in |
| Application window | Annual window — confirm dates on the official portal |
Benefits
Beneficiaries receive a 40% back-ended subsidy on the unit cost of eligible fishery machinery and equipment, which can enhance productivity and reduce operational costs in aquaculture.
Who can apply
- For: fish farmer, fisher
- Resident of Odisha
- not income tax payer
- no government employee in family
- poor household
Eligible applicants include individual fish farmers, fishers, registered members of Primary Fisherman Cooperative Societies, and Women Self-Help Groups (WSHGs) involved in fish or shrimp production. Key exclusions include income tax payers and government employees in the family, as well as those who have availed of similar subsidies in the past five years for the same components.
How to apply
Applications can be submitted online through the official website of the Fisheries & Animal Resources Development Department of Odisha.
- Visit the official website of the Fisheries & Animal Resources Development Department.
- Select 'Fisheries Scheme' under the 'Scheme' categories.
- Download the 'Brief Description of the Scheme' for subsidy details.
- Read the application process in Annexure-1 of the PDF.
- Complete the application form with accurate details.
- Gather required documents as specified in the guidelines.
- Submit the application form and documents online to the Directorate of Fisheries, Odisha.
Documents required
- Identification Proof (Aadhaar Card)
- Land document on which the proposed tank exists/ Lease Deed of GP tanks for Women SHGs / Fishermen ID Cards / CAA Registration in case of Brackish Water Farms
- 60% of project cost to be self-financed / Bank loan
- Bank A/C No. with IFS Code for DBT (Photocopy)
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for this scheme?
The scheme is open to fish farmers, fishers, and registered members of cooperatives or WSHGs involved in aquaculture in Odisha.
What is the subsidy amount provided under this scheme?
Eligible beneficiaries can receive a 40% back-ended subsidy on the unit cost of the fishery machinery or equipment they procure.
What documents are required to apply?
Applicants need to provide an Aadhaar Card, land documents, proof of self-financing or bank loan, and a bank account number with IFS code.
Can I apply if I have received a subsidy in the past?
You can apply if you have not received a subsidy for the same components in the last five years, but you may apply for different components.
How do I submit my application?
The completed application form and supporting documents can be submitted online via email or through physical submission to the relevant authorities.
Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.
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