UP Kisan Yojana: The Uttar Pradesh government operates the ‘CM Krishak Durghatna Kalyan Yojana’ (Chief Minister’s Farmers’ Accident Welfare Scheme) to provide financial security to farmers and their families. Under this scheme, the government provides financial assistance to eligible individuals—those involved in farming and agricultural activities—in the event of an accidental death or disability.
Notably, the benefits of this scheme are not limited solely to landowners; they also extend to agricultural labourers and sharecroppers. According to Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, this scheme has provided financial assistance to 140,196 farming families to date. Let us explore the details further.
Benefits extended to over 140,000 farmers
Data from the UP government indicates that more than 140,000 farming families have received financial support under the CM Krishak Durghatna Kalyan Yojana.The government has transferred a total amount exceeding ₹5,833.50 crore to these farmers.. The government facilitates direct transfers of financial aid into the bank accounts of the beneficiaries. Specifically, a total of ₹215 crore has been disbursed to eligible farmers, with individual assistance reaching up to ₹5 lakh per case.
What is the CM Krishak Durghatna Kalyan Yojana?
The CM Krishak Durghatna Kalyan Yojana is a financial assistance programme launched by the UP government. Its primary objective is to provide monetary support to those engaged in agriculture in the event of an accident. If an eligible farmer or an individual involved in agricultural work dies or becomes disabled due to an accident, their family is provided with financial aid in accordance with established rules. This helps alleviate the financial burden that a family might otherwise face following such an unfortunate incident.
Who is eligible for the scheme?
It should be noted that the scope of this government scheme is not restricted only to farmers who own agricultural land; it also encompasses other eligible individuals engaged in agricultural activities. Under this scheme, land must be registered in the farmer’s name. This also includes tenant farmers (sharecroppers) who earn their livelihood by working on land owned by others. To avail of the benefits, it is essential to meet the eligibility criteria and other conditions stipulated by the scheme.
Is financial assistance available?
This scheme covers various types of accidents that may occur to those involved in agricultural activities. This includes incidents such as snake or scorpion bites, injuries caused by a bull, or attacks by wild animals. The amount of financial assistance provided is determined based on the nature of the incident.
How can one avail the benefits?
In the event of an accident involving a farmer or their family, an application must be submitted following the prescribed procedure to seek financial assistance. For this purpose, one should contact the district’s Revenue Department or the district administration. At the time of application, you may need to provide documents related to the accident, proof of identity, bank account details, and land records. In the event of a death, a death certificate may also be required.