Launched on 31st December 2001 by the Farmer Welfare and Agriculture Development Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh, the Nalkoop Khanan Yojana aims to increase the irrigation area by harnessing underground water. Under this scheme, farmers belonging to the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe categories are eligible for financial assistance. The scheme provides a subsidy of 75% of the unit cost for both digging a tube well and for the successful installation of a tube well submersible pump, with maximum limits of ₹25,000/- and ₹15,000/-, respectively. This scheme is applicable throughout Madhya Pradesh, except in the Shajapur and Indore districts.
Benefits
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Subsidy for Tube Well Digging:
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A grant of 75% of the unit cost is provided, up to a maximum of ₹25,000/-.
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This subsidy applies regardless of whether the digging is successful or unsuccessful.
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Subsidy for Submersible Pump Installation:
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A grant of 75% of the unit cost is provided for the successful installation of a submersible pump, up to a maximum of ₹15,000/-.
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This subsidy is applicable only upon the successful installation of the pump.
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Note:
The subsidy is directly transferred to the farmer’s bank account.
Eligibility
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The applicant must be a native of Madhya Pradesh.
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The applicant must be a farmer owning agricultural land within the state.
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Only farmers from the Scheduled Caste or Scheduled Tribe categories are eligible.
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Farmers from the Shajapur and Indore districts are excluded from the scheme.
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The applicant should possess all required identity and land documents.
Application Process
Offline Application
Eligible farmers can apply by visiting the office of the Deputy Director, Farmers Welfare and Agriculture Development Department in their respective district in Madhya Pradesh.
Documents Required
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Passport-size photograph.
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Identity proof (e.g., Aadhaar Card).
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Domicile certificate of Madhya Pradesh.
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Caste Certificate.
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Proof of agricultural land ownership.
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Bank passbook or bank account details.
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Any other documents as required by the department.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What kind of subsidy does the scheme provide for tube well digging?
It provides a subsidy of 75% of the unit cost, up to a maximum of ₹25,000/-. -
Is the subsidy for tube well digging applicable if the digging is unsuccessful?
Yes, the subsidy is applicable regardless of whether the tube well digging is successful or unsuccessful. -
What subsidy is available for the installation of a submersible pump?
A subsidy of 75% of the unit cost, up to a maximum of ₹15,000/-, is available for the successful installation of a submersible pump. -
How is the subsidy amount transferred to the farmers?
The subsidy is directly transferred to the farmer’s bank account. -
Who is eligible to apply for the scheme?
Native farmers of Madhya Pradesh who own agricultural land and belong to the Scheduled Caste or Scheduled Tribe categories are eligible. -
Which districts are excluded from the scheme?
Farmers in the Shajapur and Indore districts are not eligible for this scheme. -
How can eligible farmers apply for the benefits of the scheme?
Eligible farmers must apply offline by visiting the office of the Deputy Director, Farmers Welfare and Agriculture Development Department in their district. -
Can farmers from other states apply for this scheme?
No, the scheme is only applicable to native farmers of Madhya Pradesh. -
Is there any requirement for the agricultural land owned by the applicant?
Yes, the applicant must own agricultural land within Madhya Pradesh.