Machhali Palan
The scheme aims to provide financial support to fishermen for repairing, reconstructing, and replacing damaged boats and nets due to disasters.
About This Scheme
The scheme “Machhali Palan” is implemented by the Uttarakhand State Disaster Management Authority under the Department of Disaster Management, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to provide financial support to fishermen for repairing, reconstructing, and replacing damaged boats and nets due to disasters.
Benefits
Under this scheme, the following compensation is provided to fishermen for the repair or replacement of damaged boats and nets:
₹6,000/- for the repair of partially damaged boats
₹3,000/- for the repair of partially damaged nets
₹15,000/- for the repurchase of completely damaged boats
₹4,000/- for the repurchase of completely damaged nets
An investment subsidy of ₹10,000/- per hectare is provided for fish seed farms.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant must be a fisherman from Uttarakhand.
Fishermen are provided assistance for the repair or replacement of damaged boats and for damaged or lost nets caused by natural disasters.
Application Process
Apply Offline
Information about the disaster and the resulting damage is received from various sources. The concerned Patwari verifies the damage and records it in the P-20 form. The Patwari’s report is subsequently verified by the Tehsildar and the Sub-Divisional Magistrate. Approval is then obtained from the District Magistrate. Once the District Magistrate’s approval is received, relief funds are disbursed to the concerned beneficiaries at the Tehsil level.
Official Source: View on myScheme.gov.in
✨ Key Highlights (मुख्य विशेषताएं)
- Implemented by Uttarakhand State Disaster Management Authority
- Financial aid for repairing and replacing boats and nets
- Targets fishermen affected by natural disasters
Benefits
Under this scheme, the following compensation is provided to fishermen for the repair or replacement of damaged boats and nets:
₹6,000/- for the repair of partially damaged boats
₹3,000/- for the repair of partially damaged nets
₹15,000/- for the repurchase of completely damaged boats
₹4,000/- for the repurchase of completely damaged nets
An investment subsidy of ₹10,000/- per hectare is provided for fish seed farms.
Application Process
Apply Offline
Information about the disaster and the resulting damage is received from various sources. The concerned Patwari verifies the damage and records it in the P-20 form. The Patwari’s report is subsequently verified by the Tehsildar and the Sub-Divisional Magistrate. Approval is then obtained from the District Magistrate. Once the District Magistrate’s approval is received, relief funds are disbursed to the concerned beneficiaries at the Tehsil level.
Frequently Asked Questions
References & Official Links
Scheme Details
| Full Name | Machhali Palan |
| Short Title | MPUK |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Individual |
| Ministry | Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment |
| Categories | Agriculture,Rural & Environment, Business & Entrepreneurship |
| States | Uttarakhand |
| Gender | All |
| Area | Both |
| Source | www.myscheme.gov.in ↗ |
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