Bihar State Government launched the Bihar State Crop Assistance Scheme to provide crop insurance to farmers in place of the Prime Minister Crop Insurance Scheme (PMFBY). Farmers need to register online on the official website to avail benefits of the Bihar State Crop Assistance Scheme. They have to log in to the portal, complete the application form, and submit it to receive crop insurance up to INR 10,000 per hectare. After completing this process, farmers will be eligible for this financial assistance.
To protect crops grown in Bihar from natural disasters like floods and droughts, the Bihar Crop Assistance Scheme or Fasal Sahayata Yojana has been initiated. Under this government program, financial assistance will be provided to farmers for crop losses due to natural disasters.
Bihar Fasal Bima Sahayata Yojana Highlights
- Scheme Name: Bihar State Crop Assistance Scheme
- Launched By: State Government
- State: Bihar
- Beneficiaries: Farmers of the State
- Last Date: N/A
- Objective: To reduce crop loss
- Assistance Amount: INR 7,500 to 10,000 per hectare
- Official Website: pacsonline.bih.nic.in/fsy/
- Department Name: Cooperation Department
Under the Bihar State Crop Assistance Scheme, farmers will be provided assistance of INR 7,500 per hectare for crop loss up to 20% of the actual crop yield, and INR 10,000 per hectare for losses above 20%. The amount provided under the Fasal Sahayata Yojana 2024 will be directly transferred to the farmer's bank account via DBT mode. To apply for the Bihar Crop Assistance Scheme and receive assistance, farmers must have a bank account linked to their Aadhaar card.
Objectives of the Bihar State Crop Insurance Scheme
Due to natural disasters, farmers in the state often face significant losses and financial crises, which hinder their ability to farm properly. Addressing this issue, the Bihar Government has implemented the Bihar Crop Assistance Program or Bihar Fasal Bima Yojana to provide crop insurance to farmers. This scheme, modeled after the central government's PMFBY, aims to reduce financial problems caused by crop loss due to natural disasters.
Important Dates for Crop Assistance Scheme Registration
Crop Name: Registration Date
Wheat: February 26
Maize: February 26
Chickpea: January 31
Lentil: February 15
Pigeon Pea: March 28
Sugarcane: February 28
Onion: February 15
Potato: January 31
Mustard: December 31
Benefits of Bihar Fasal Sahayata Yojana
- The scheme is implemented for the benefit of the state's farmers.
- All farmers in the state are eligible to apply.
- Farmers are provided with crop insurance for crop loss through this scheme.
- If a farmer's crop is destroyed due to a natural disaster like a flood or drought, financial assistance is provided.
- INR 7,500 per hectare is given for losses up to 20%, and INR 10,000 per hectare for losses above 20%.
- Farmers can apply for both Kharif and Rabi crops.
- Assistance amount is directly transferred to the beneficiaries' bank accounts via DBT mode.
- Farmers must have a bank account linked to their Aadhaar card.
Eligibility for Bihar State Crop Assistance Scheme
- The applicant must be a permanent resident of Bihar.
- The applicant must be 18 years or older.
- The applicant must have incurred crop loss.
- Required documents must be uploaded to complete the online application process.
- All classes of people in the state are eligible.
- Applicants must have a mobile or computer to apply online.
- Farmers without a computer or mobile must apply through a public service center.
Required Documents for Bihar Fasal Bima Yojana
- Aadhaar Card
- Ration Card
- Identity Proof
- Residence Proof
- Income Proof
- Passport Size Photo
- Mobile Number
For Landholder Farmers:
Land Possession Certificate / Land Revenue Receipt (dated after March 31, 2024)
Self-Declaration Certificate
For Non-Landholder Farmers:
- Self-Declaration Certificate verified by Ward Member / Farmer Advisor
- Online Registration Process for Bihar State Crop Assistance Scheme 2024
- Visit the official website of the Bihar State Crop Assistance Scheme.
- Click on the registration option "Apply for Bihar State Crop Assistance Scheme."
- Choose the registration option (Sahaj, CSC, or General User).
- If you don't have a CSC or Sahaj ID, click on General User.
- Register with your Aadhaar; your number must be linked to your Aadhaar.
- Select the DEMOGRAPHY + OTP option.
- Enter your Aadhaar number and name.
- Fill in other details and click submit.
- Log in with your login ID and password.
- Fill out the application form for the scheme.
Checking Bihar Fasal Sahayata Yojana List
- Visit the official website.
- Click on the report option on the homepage.
- Choose an option from the list, such as:
- Bihar State Crop Assistance Scheme (Kharif)
- Bihar State Crop Assistance Scheme (Rabi 2021-22)
- Bihar State Crop Assistance Scheme (Rabi 2020-21)
- Bihar State Crop Assistance Scheme (Kharif 2018-19)
- Select the year, district name, and block name.
- Click the submit button to view the scheme list.
FAQs about Fasal Bima Yojana
What is the Bihar Crop Assistance Scheme?
It is a crop scheme initiated by the Bihar Government to provide financial assistance for crop loss due to natural disasters.
How much assistance is provided under the Fasal Sahayata Yojana?
The Bihar Government provides INR 7,500 and 10,000 per hectare for crop loss according to the extent of damage.
How to register for the Bihar Crop Insurance Scheme online?
Visit the official website and fill out the application form.
How to register for the Bihar State Crop Assistance Scheme?
Farmers need to register on dbtagriculture.bihar.gov.in to receive funds under the scheme.
When will applications for the Kharif season start under the Crop Assistance Scheme?
The registration for Kharif season crops may start from August 2024.
How to check the payment status of Bihar Crop Insurance?
Applicants can check the payment status on the official website or the agriculture department's website by visiting the report section.
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