The Nariwal Paudha Vitaran Yojana, launched by the Department of Agriculture, Bihar, is designed to distribute coconut saplings to farmers and individuals willing to plant on their land. The main objective is to promote coconut planting in non-traditional coconut areas in the state.
Benefits
• Subsidy Support: 75% subsidy, i.e. ₹63.75/- is payable on the unit cost of ₹85/- per sapling.
• Distribution of Saplings: A minimum of 5 and a maximum of 712 saplings (equivalent to 178 saplings per hectare) will be provided.
Eligibility
• The applicant should be a resident of Bihar.
• The applicant should be a farmer.
• The applicant should be interested in planting coconut saplings.
• The applicant must be registered on the DBT portal.
• Note:
– Beneficiary Allocation: General Category: 78.56%, Scheduled Castes: 20%, Scheduled Tribes: 1.44%, Women Participation: 30%.
– The benefit is generally given to a farmer family (husband-wife and minor child).
– Beneficiaries will be selected on a first come, first serve basis.
Application Process
Online DBT Registration Process
• Step 1: Visit the registration page of the DBT portal.
• Step 2: Select the Aadhaar verification type (OTP/BIO-AUTH/IRIS).
• Step 3: Enter your Aadhaar number and Name as per Aadhaar; click on “Authentication”.
• Step 4: Enter the OTP and click on “Validate OTP”.
• Step 5: Confirm details about the Kisan Credit Card (KCC); click on “Farmer Registration”.
• Step 6: Fill in all the details – Farmer details, Land information, Bank account details – and click on “Submit”.
• Step 7: Validate with OTP and click on “Register” to generate the Registration Id.
– Note: After 48 hours of registration, farmers can apply for the scheme using the 13-digit registration number.
Online Application of the Scheme
• Step 1: Visit the official website.
• Step 2: Scroll to the bottom, confirm the checkbox, and click on “Proceed to apply”.
• Step 3: Select the “Type of Applicant” and enter the DBT Registration Number of Kisan; click on “Get details”.
• Step 4: Fill in the required details (Address, Land Details, etc.) and upload documents.
• Step 5: Confirm the checkbox and click on “Submit”.
• Step 6: An Application Number will be generated; keep it for future reference.
• Step 7: A printout of the filled application can be taken using the Print option.
Documents Required
For DBT Registration Process:
• Aadhaar Details (should be linked with mobile number)
• Passport-size Photo
• Farmer Details
• Land Information
• Bank Account Details
For the Online Application of the Scheme:
• Passport-size Photo
• Land-ownership/Revenue Receipt (if applicable)
– Note: If the applicant’s name is not clear on the document, attach the genealogy document.
• For the subsidized distribution of coconut saplings, an agreement or receipt of the land where the saplings will be planted is mandatory.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the “Nariwal Paudha Vitaran Yojana”?
A: It is a scheme aimed at distributing coconut saplings at subsidized rates to promote coconut planting in non-traditional areas of Bihar.
Q: How much does a sapling cost under this scheme?
A: The unit cost is ₹85/- per sapling, with a 75% subsidy (i.e. ₹63.75/- subsidy support).
Q: How many saplings can an applicant get?
A: Applicants can receive a minimum of 5 saplings and a maximum of 712 saplings (178 saplings per hectare).
Q: What documents are required to apply?
A: Required documents include Proof of Identity, Proof of Land Ownership/Revenue Receipt, and for sapling distribution, an agreement/receipt of the land where the saplings will be planted. Additional documents may be required as specified.
Q: Can urban residents participate in the scheme?
A: The scheme is primarily targeted at farmers; however, individuals willing to plant on their land may be considered if they meet the eligibility criteria and are registered on the DBT portal.
Q: Where will the saplings be distributed?
A: The saplings will be distributed to eligible beneficiaries across Bihar, focusing on non-traditional coconut areas.
Q: What is the planting density for the saplings?
A: The scheme specifies a distribution rate of 178 saplings per hectare.
Q: Can saplings be planted in kitchen gardens or backyards?
A: The scheme is designed for planting on agricultural land; specific guidelines should be confirmed with the Department of Agriculture.
Q: What happens if the applicant does not have clear land ownership documents?
A: If the name is unclear in the land-ownership/ revenue receipt, a genealogy document must be attached as per the scheme guidelines.