100% Subsidy on Battery Operated Spray Pumps: Apply Now via Maha DBT Portal

Key Highlights

• 100% subsidy on battery-operated spray pumps.
• Priority to cotton, soybean, and oilseed farmers.
• Apply through the Maha DBT Portal.
• Required documents: Aadhaar, land papers, bank details.
• Deadline: 31 August 2024.

Farmers can now take advantage of a 100% subsidy on battery-operated spray pumps under the Krishi Yantra Anudan Yojana. This government scheme aims to provide essential agricultural machinery to farmers at affordable rates, making farming easier and more efficient. With the Kharif season approaching, the state government is offering a massive subsidy on battery-operated spray pumps that help farmers spray pesticides on their crops.

How Much Subsidy Is Being Provided?

The state government has rolled out an action plan for battery-operated spray pumps that spans from 2022-23 to 2024-25. Under this scheme, farmers are eligible to receive a full 100% subsidy. This means that farmers can get these spray pumps completely free of cost. Priority will be given to farmers growing cotton, soybean, and other oilseed crops.

Required Documents for Application

If you are an eligible farmer wanting to apply for the subsidy on battery-operated spray pumps, you will need to submit an application on the Maha DBT Portal. Below is a list of the documents you’ll need:

• Aadhaar Card
• Caste Certificate
• Land Ownership Documents
• Self-Declaration Form
• Bank Account Details (with a copy of the passbook)

How to Apply for a Battery-Operated Spray Pump

Follow these steps to apply online for the subsidy through the Maha DBT Portal:

1. Visit the official website: Maha DBT Portal.
2. Create a user ID and password.
3. Log in using your new user ID and password.
4. Click on the “Apply” button.
5. Navigate to "Agriculture Mechanization" and select the main component.
6. Choose the section for Battery Operated Spray Pump (Cotton or Soybean) and save your selection.

If you encounter any issues while applying, you can seek assistance from your local Agriculture Department official.

Important Points to Remember

• This subsidy is available to Scheduled Caste farmers in Maharashtra.
• The selection of beneficiaries will be conducted online for the financial year 2024-25.
• Farmers who apply via the Maha DBT Portal will be given preference.
• The deadline for submitting applications is 31 August 2024 (Today).

Take advantage of this opportunity and secure your battery-operated spray pump at zero cost!

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CMV360 Says

The 100% subsidy on battery-operated spray pumps offers an excellent opportunity for farmers to enhance their farming practices at no cost. Eligible farmers should apply through the Maha DBT Portal by 31 August 2024 to benefit from this initiative, making agriculture more efficient and affordable.