Bihar Government is Giving Rs 62,500 in Subsidy for Banana Cultivation, Know how to Apply on Khetivyapar

Banana Development Scheme: Banana farming is an important crop that can significantly enhance farmers' income. The Bihar government has launched the 'Banana Development Scheme' aimed at promoting banana cultivation in various districts of the state. Under this scheme, farmers receive numerous benefits and subsidies to improve their crop yield and quality.

Districts Included in the Banana Development Scheme:

The scheme will extend banana cultivation to the following 15 districts in Bihar:
Arwal, Bhojpur, Buxar, Gopalganj, Jehanabad, Kaimur, Lakhisarai, Madhepura, Nawada, Saran, Sheohar, Sitamarhi, Siwan, Supaul, and Sheikhpura. The promotion of banana farming in these districts will help increase farmers' income.

Eligibility for Farmers: Farmers can benefit from this scheme for a minimum area of 0.25 acres (0.1 hectares) and a maximum of 10 acres (4 hectares), allowing both small and large farmers to take advantage.

Supply of Tissue Culture Banana Plants: The selection of the agency for supplying tissue culture banana plants will be conducted through a tender process. The mission director of the Bihar State Horticulture Mission will be responsible for this selection process, ensuring that farmers receive high-quality plants to improve their crop yield and quality.

Grant Amount and Distribution: Under this scheme, the subsidy amount per hectare for banana farming is ₹46,875 for the first year and ₹15,625 for the second year. This financial aid will help farmers manage their farming expenses and achieve better results.

Benefits for Tenant and Non-Tenant Farmers: Both tenant farmers, with proof of land ownership, and non-tenant farmers, with an agreement, can avail of the scheme's benefits.

Beneficiary Selection and Categories: Beneficiaries will be selected with the following allocation: 78.56% for the general category, 20% for Scheduled Castes, and 1.44% for Scheduled Tribes. Additionally, 30% participation by women will be ensured in each category to guarantee the scheme's benefits reach all sections of society.

Women's Participation: The scheme ensures 30% participation by women in each category, encouraging women in agriculture and helping them achieve economic empowerment.

Required Documents for Subsidy Application:

To apply for the subsidy, the following documents are required:

1. Aadhaar Card: Acts as a proof of identity.
2. Land ownership documents: This certifies your farming activity.
3. Mobile Number
4. Bank account details: The subsidy amount will be deposited directly into your bank account.

Simple Application Process:

1. Visit the official Bihar government website (https://horticulture.bihar.gov.in/).
2. Click on the "Schemes" option.
3. From the list of schemes run by the agriculture department, select the "fruit-related scheme."
4. Click on "Apply" under the "Banana Development Scheme" section.
5. Enter your DBT registration number on the new page.
6. Fill out the application form carefully with all the necessary information.
7. Upload the required documents.
8. After verifying the application form and documents, click the "Submit" button.