Big Relief for Farmers: Get Up to 90% Subsidy for Field Ponds—Check Eligibility and Application Process

To address the water crisis faced by farmers, the Rajasthan government has introduced a unique scheme called the ‘Khet Talai Yojana’. Under this scheme, farmers are provided with financial assistance to build ponds in their fields. These ponds will help store rainwater, which can then be used for irrigation.

Small, marginal, Scheduled Caste, and Scheduled Tribe farmers in the state will receive grant assistance of up to Rs 1,35,000 under this scheme. Farmers from other categories will be eligible for assistance of up to Rs 1,20,000. The main objective of this scheme is to solve the water crisis in agriculture and help farmers become self-reliant.

What is Khet Talab Yojana?

Khet Talab  Yojana is an initiative launched by the Rajasthan government to address water scarcity in agriculture. The main objective of this scheme is to provide irrigation facilities to farmers by helping them construct small ponds in their fields. These ponds are designed to collect rainwater, which can then be used to irrigate crops.

This scheme reduces farmers’ dependency on external water resources, lowering their agricultural costs. It is especially beneficial for farmers in drought-prone and water-scarce regions of Rajasthan.

Objectives of Khet Talab Yojana

To provide irrigation facilities by storing rainwater.

To increase agricultural production and boost farmers’ income.

To promote water conservation in water-scarce areas.

To make farmers self-reliant and improve their livelihoods.

Grants and Benefits of Khet Talab Yojana

Farmers receive subsidies under this scheme as follows:

Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe, Small, and Marginal Farmers:

• Raw Farm Pond: 70% of the unit cost or a maximum of Rs. 73,500.
• Plastic-Lined Farm Pond: 90% of the unit cost or a maximum of Rs. 1,35,000.

Other Category Farmers:

• Raw Farm Pond: 60% of the unit cost or a maximum of Rs. 63,000.
• Plastic-Lined Farm Pond: 80% of the unit cost or a maximum of Rs. 1,20,000.
• Grants only apply to farm ponds with a minimum capacity of 400 cubic meters.

Eligibility Criteria

1. Any farmer in Rajasthan with at least 0.3 hectares of cultivable land.
2. For joint account holders, a minimum of 0.3 hectares of land should be at one location.
3. The farmer must have an Aadhaar card or Jan Aadhaar card.
4. A copy of the Jamabandi (not older than six months) is required for the application.

How to Apply for Khet Talab Yojana?

• Farmers can apply online through these methods:
• Visit the Raj Kisan Sathi Portal and fill out the application form.
• Apply through the nearest e-Mitra center.
• After submission, the application receipt will be provided online.

Important Information:

• The Agriculture Department will grant administrative approval for the farm pond construction.
• Farmers will be notified through mobile messages or by the agriculture supervisor.
• The department will conduct inspections and verifications before and after the construction.
• The subsidy amount will be directly transferred to the farmer’s bank account.

Validity of the Scheme

The Khet Talab Yojana is valid until the end of the current financial year.

Apply Here:

Farmers can apply online through the Raj Kisan Sathi Portal.