The scheme “Financial Assistance to Fresh Water Aquaculture Farms” is initiated by the Department of Fisheries, Government of Goa. It provides financial assistance to eligible fishermen for the construction and renovation of farms, the purchase of farming equipment, and the purchase of feed. Applications are accepted offline.
Benefits
• Construction & Renovation: 25% subsidy, limited to ₹2,00,000 per hectare, for up to 2 hectares
• Purchase of Farming Equipment: 50% subsidy, limited to ₹60,000 per year per hectare
• Purchase of Feed: 25% subsidy, limited to ₹50,000 per year per hectare, for up to 2 hectares
Eligibility
• Applicant should be a Fish Farmer/Individual/Registered Self Help Group/Society/Association engaged in freshwater fish or prawn farming in Goa
• Applicant must be a resident of Goa for the last fifteen years
Application Process
Offline
• Step 1: Print the prescribed format of the application form
• Step 2: Fill in all mandatory fields, paste a passport-sized photograph (signed if required), and attach self-attested copies of all mandatory documents
• Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the concerned authority at Department of Fisheries, Dayanand Bandodkar Marg, Patto Colony, Panaji Goa – 403 521 or to the official at the BDO Office/Sub-Offices of the Department
Grievance Redressal
• Register any dissatisfaction or complaint with the Department’s Grievance Redressal Officer
• Lodge grievances via [email protected]
• Complaints will be acknowledged and final action communicated within 30 days
Documents Required
• Application in Prescribed Form
• Joint Photograph of Applicant with Spouse
• Aadhaar Card/Ration Card
• CAA License Copy
• Mandate Form
• Copy of Estimate of Work
• Work Completion Certificate of the Farm
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Are there any restrictions on the type of farming equipment eligible for a 50% subsidy, and is there an annual limit?
A: Yes, the subsidy for farming equipment is limited to ₹60,000 per year per hectare.
Q: What is the contact information for the Grievance Redressal Officer, and how can complaints be lodged via email?
A: Complaints can be emailed to [email protected].
Q: Can you elaborate on the grievance redressal mechanism?
A: Any dissatisfaction can be registered with the Grievance Redressal Officer, and complaints are acknowledged with final action communicated within 30 days.
Q: Is there a specific deadline for submitting applications, and how is the application process initiated?
A: Applications are accepted offline. The process starts by printing and submitting the prescribed application form to the designated authority.
Q: Where can I obtain the prescribed format for the application form?
A: The prescribed format can be obtained from the Department of Fisheries or its designated counters.
Q: What are the specific documents required to accompany the application?
A: Required documents include the application form, joint photograph, Aadhaar/Ration Card, CAA License Copy, Mandate Form, estimate of work, and work completion certificate.
Q: Could you clarify the eligibility criteria for applicants?
A: Applicants must be fish farmers/individuals/registered groups engaged in freshwater fish or prawn farming in Goa and have been residents for the last 15 years.
Q: What is the subsidy percentage and maximum limit for construction and renovation?
A: A 25% subsidy is provided, limited to ₹2,00,000 per hectare for up to 2 hectares.
Q: How can I access the guidelines for the scheme?
A: Guidelines are available through the Department of Fisheries and relevant official publications.
Q: Can you explain the calculation process for the construction and renovation subsidy?
A: The subsidy is calculated at 25% of the cost per hectare, capped at ₹2,00,000 per hectare, with assistance available for a maximum of 2 hectares.
Q: What are the subsidy details for the purchase of feed?
A: A 25% subsidy is provided on the cost of feed, limited to ₹50,000 per year per hectare, for up to 2 hectares.
Sources and References
• Guidelines
• Citizen’s Charter
• Application Form For Construction / Renovation Of Freshwater Fish/Shrimp Farm (A)
• Application Form For Construction / Renovation Of Freshwater Fish/Shrimp Farm (B)
• Application Form For Freshwater Fish/Shrimp Culture (A)
• Application Form For Freshwater Fish/Shrimp Culture (B)
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