The Chief Minister’s Shasakt Kisan Yojana is a consolidated crop protection scheme implemented by the Department of Agriculture, Government of Himachal Pradesh. This scheme merges three earlier departmental initiatives—Sour Badhbandi (Solar Fencing), Anti-Hail Net Structure, and Green House Renovation Scheme—under one umbrella to protect crops and enhance productivity. It addresses various threats faced by farmers, such as wildlife damage, hailstorms, and polyhouse deterioration, thereby aiming to safeguard crop yields and boost farmer incomes.
Benefits
1. Sour Badhbandi (Solar Fencing):
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Group Installation:
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85% subsidy if three or more farmers install solar fencing together.
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Individual Installation:
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80% subsidy if a farmer installs solar fencing on their own land.
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Purpose:
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The solar-powered fencing is designed to deter stray animals, wild animals, and monkeys from damaging crops.
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2. Anti-Hail Net Structure:
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Provides up to an 80% subsidy for installing anti-hail nets on vegetable crops, covering an area of up to 5000 square meters.
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Objective:
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To reduce the quantitative and qualitative losses in vegetable crops caused by hailstorms.
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3. Green House Renovation Scheme:
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Offers 70% assistance for replacing poly sheets in polyhouses either after 5 years of setup or if damaged by natural calamities.
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Objective:
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To ensure that polyhouses remain effective in protecting crops and maintaining production standards.
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Eligibility
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Residency:
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Only farmers who are permanent residents of Himachal Pradesh are eligible.
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Farmer Category:
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The scheme is open to all farmers in the state, with priority given to small and marginal farmers.
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Application Process
Online Process via the Agridbt Portal:
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Registration:
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Click on “Sign Up” and then “Register Now.” Fill in mandatory details (Name, Aadhaar, Email, Mobile Number) and complete the registration. Login credentials will be sent to your registered email and mobile number.
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Application:
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Log in to the portal.
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Select the scheme from the available options.
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Fill in all mandatory fields in the online application form and upload the required documents in the prescribed format.
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Click “Submit” to finalize the application.
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Post-Submission:
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Upon submission, a confirmation message with your application ID will be sent via SMS and email.
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Use the “Notification” and “Status” options on the portal to track your application.
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Documents Required
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Identity Proof:
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Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, etc.
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Address Proof:
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Utility bill, Ration Card, etc.
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Banking Documents:
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Bank passbook, account details.
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Land Ownership Proof:
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Jamabandi/Khata/Khatauni Number, duly certified by the appropriate authority.
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Photographs:
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Three recent passport-sized photographs.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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What are the three components of the scheme?
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Sour Badhbandi (Solar Fencing), Anti-Hail Net Structure, and Green House Renovation Scheme.
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Which department launched this scheme?
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The Department of Agriculture, Government of Himachal Pradesh.
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Who is eligible for the scheme?
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All farmers of Himachal Pradesh are eligible, with priority given to small and marginal farmers.
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What is the subsidy for the Sour Badhbandi component?
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85% subsidy for group installations; 80% subsidy for individual installations.
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What assistance is provided under the Anti-Hail Net Structure component?
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Up to 80% subsidy for installing anti-hail nets over an area of up to 5000 square meters.
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What is the benefit under the Green House Renovation Scheme?
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70% assistance for replacing poly sheets after 5 years or due to damage from natural calamities.
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How can I apply for the scheme?
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Applications are submitted online through the Agridbt portal.
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What documents are needed to apply?
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Identity proof, address proof, bank details, land ownership documents, and recent photographs.
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Can I apply if I am not a resident of Himachal Pradesh?
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No, only permanent residents of Himachal Pradesh are eligible.
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