Who is eligible to apply for the scheme?
The applicant must be a resident farmer of Uttarakhand engaged in agricultural activities within the state. <br>
What is the minimum crop damage required for eligibility?
Farmers must have suffered a minimum crop loss of 33% or more to be eligible for financial assistance under this scheme. <br>
Is the assistance available for all types of crops?
Yes, assistance is available for agriculture, horticulture, evergreen crops, and sericulture crops, as per the prescribed rates. <br>
What is the rate of assistance for unirrigated areas?
Farmers in unirrigated areas receive ₹8,500 per hectare for agriculture, horticulture, and annual crops, with a minimum assistance of ₹1,000. <br>
What is the rate of assistance for irrigated areas?
In areas with assured irrigation, farmers receive ₹17,000 per hectare, with a minimum assistance of ₹2,000. <br>
Is the assistance applicable for all farmland owned by the farmer?
No, the assistance is payable only for the sown area where the crop damage has occurred. <br>
How is the extent of crop damage determined?
Crop damage information is collected from various sources and verified by the concerned Patwari, who records the details in the P-20 form. <br>
Who gives final approval for disbursement of assistance?
The District Magistrate (DM) provides the final approval for the disbursement of financial assistance to eligible farmers. <br>
How are the relief funds distributed to beneficiaries?
After approval from the District Magistrate, relief funds are disbursed at the Tehsil level to the concerned beneficiaries. <br>