The Chief Minister’s Agriculture Mechanisation Programme in Arunachal Pradesh, formerly known as the Farm Mechanisation Programme, is a collaborative initiative between the Government of India and the State Government. The scheme aims to promote the adoption of modern farm machinery to enhance productivity and ease of operations for farmers. It focuses on providing financial assistance to facilitate the hiring and distribution of various agricultural machinery and post-harvest technology equipment, thereby transitioning traditional farming practices to technology-driven methods. The programme is designed to benefit small, marginal, and progressive farmers, and is administered by the District Agriculture Development Society (DADS) in coordination with the Chief Minister’s Sashakt Kisan Yojana (CM SKY).
Objectives
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Promote Mechanisation:
Increase the mechanisation level across agricultural operations by providing access to modern farm machinery. -
Facilitate Hiring Services:
Offer hiring services for various agricultural machinery, implements, and post-harvest technology (PHY) equipment. -
Expand Mechanised Farming:
Boost mechanisation in large cropping areas, particularly benefiting small and marginal landholders. -
Introduce Improved Implements:
Introduce newly developed agricultural machines and implements to modernize crop production. -
Enhance Food and Income Security:
Improve food and farm income security by increasing the cultivation area under food and cash crops and shifting from outdated practices to technology-based operations.
Important Features
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Beneficiary Selection:
Beneficiaries are selected by the District Agriculture Development Society (DADS) in coordination with CM SKY. -
Record Keeping:
Custom Hiring Centers (CHCs) must maintain detailed records of hiring charges, authenticated by the District Agriculture Officer. -
Geo-tagging:
All CHCs are required to be geo-tagged and registered on the Monitoring & Training division portal. -
Beneficiary Contribution:
Each beneficiary is required to contribute ₹6.00 lakh per CHC. -
Subsidy Disbursement:
The subsidy is paid directly to the dealer at the source.
Benefits
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Subsidized Agriculture Machinery:
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Tractor (45 HP) with accessories: Subsidy of ₹5.00 lakhs.
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Combine Paddy Harvester: Subsidy of ₹15.00 lakhs.
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Mini Combine Harvester: Subsidy of ₹4.20 lakhs.
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Power Tiller (10 HP & above): Subsidy of ₹0.85 lakhs.
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Rotary Tiller: Subsidy of ₹0.70 lakhs.
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Power Sprayer: Subsidy of ₹0.15 lakhs.
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Paddy De-husking Machine (5HP & above): Subsidy of ₹0.25 lakhs.
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Atta Chakki: Subsidy of ₹0.60 lakhs.
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Sugarcane Crusher: Subsidy of ₹0.70 lakhs.
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Reaper: Subsidy of ₹1.32 lakhs.
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Paddy Transplanter: Subsidy of ₹1.50 lakhs.
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Hand Operated Winnower: Subsidy of ₹0.48 lakhs.
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Power Operated Brush/Weed Cutter (2.1 HP & above): Subsidy of ₹0.25 lakhs.
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Power Operated Paddy Weeder (2.1 HP & above): Subsidy of ₹0.15 lakhs.
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Water Pump Set (6 HP): Subsidy of ₹0.25 lakhs.
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Water Pump Set (10 HP): Subsidy of ₹0.35 lakhs.
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Tractor Subsidies:
Special assistance for progressive farmers, registered co-operative agriculture farming societies, and unemployed agriculture and allied graduates.
Eligibility
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Farmer Categories:
The scheme is open to all categories of farmers, including marginal, small, medium, and large farmers. -
Group Eligibility:
Self Help Groups (SHGs), Co-operative Societies, Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs), and other groups identified by District Nodal Agencies are eligible. -
First-Time Buyers:
The scheme is intended for first-time buyers of tractors or farm machinery; farmers or their family members should not have owned such machinery previously. -
After-Sales Services:
Availability of after-sales services and spare parts in the local area is a requisite.
Application Process
Offline Application
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Contact Local Authorities:
Interested farmers should contact the nearest District Agricultural Officer (DAO), Agriculture Development Officer (ADO), or Agriculture Field Assistant. -
Submit Application:
Farmers must apply with recommendations from grassroots-level Panchayat Leaders (e.g., ZPM/ASM/GPM) to the ADA/ADO. -
Ensure Accuracy:
Verify that all information in the application form is correct before submission. -
Beneficiary Selection:
Beneficiary selection is conducted by ADA/ADOs in consultation with the PRI Leader. -
Direct Disbursement:
The subsidy is directly paid to the dealer upon verification.
Documents Required
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Aadhaar Card.
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Bank Account Details.
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Registered Mobile Number.
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Permanent Resident Certificate.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the objective of the scheme?
The scheme aims to promote farm mechanisation, improve agricultural productivity, and ensure food and income security by subsidizing the purchase of modern agricultural machinery. -
What are the benefits of the scheme?
It provides substantial subsidies for various farm machinery, enhances access to modern implements, and supports the transition to technology-based farming. -
To whom is the financial assistance of tractor subsidy given?
Subsidies are provided to progressive farmers, registered co-operative agriculture farming societies, and unemployed agriculture and allied graduates under the scheme. -
Is this scheme for all types of farmers?
Yes, the scheme is available for all categories of farmers – marginal, small, medium, and large. -
Is the subsidy directly paid to the farmers?
No, the subsidy is paid directly to the dealer at the source. -
Which society is authorized to select beneficiaries?
The District Agriculture Development Society (DADS) selects beneficiaries in consultation with CM SKY. -
Which groups are also eligible under the scheme?
In addition to individual farmers, SHGs, Co-operative Societies, FPOs, and other groups identified by District Nodal Agencies are eligible. -
What are the eligibility criteria for a farmer?
Farmers must be first-time buyers of farm machinery and must not own such machinery in their or their family members’ names. Also, facilities for after-sale services must be available in the area. -
Is there any facility for after-sale services?
Yes, the scheme mandates that facilities for after-sale services and spare parts should be reasonably available in the area/district of implementation. -
How can I apply under this scheme?
Interested applicants should contact the nearest District Agricultural Officer or Agriculture Field Assistant to obtain and submit the application. -
Where can I contact for more clarification/information?
For more details, please contact your local Agricultural Office or refer to the official website and guidelines.