AI SummaryLadka Shetkari Yojana is a farmer support scheme announced by the Maharashtra government. Under the scheme, eligible farmers get ₹2000 in financial help, which they can use for their farming work and family needs. The scheme was announced in the state's interim budget for 2023-24 by the then Chief Minister Eknath Shinde.
Scheme has been closed or it was a one time scheme which has been closed by the government.
Many farmers in Maharashtra struggle to meet their family needs because of poverty. Ladka Shetkari Yojana was announced to help such poor farmers. The scheme took its idea from the central government's PM Kisan Yojana, which gives farmers ₹2,000 every three months. Following the same pattern, the Maharashtra government announced this scheme to support farmers.
Ladka Shetkari Yojana Overview
Ladka Shetkari Yojana was announced for land-holding farmers in Maharashtra. The help amount was to be sent directly to the farmer's bank account through DBT. This way, farmers could take care of their children's education and health and meet their daily needs without money problems.
Here are the main details of the scheme in a table.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Ladka Shetkari Yojana |
| Announced By | Maharashtra government |
| Beneficiaries | Farmers of the state |
| Benefit Amount | ₹2,000 |
| State | Maharashtra |
| Application Mode | Online and offline |
Objective of Ladka Shetkari Yojana
The main aim of the scheme was to give financial support to poor farmers of the state. With the ₹2,000 help, farmers could meet their daily needs and take care of their children's education and nutrition. The scheme was meant to improve the financial condition of farmers so they could give a good life to their family.
Benefits and Features of Ladka Shetkari Yojana
Here are the main benefits of the scheme.
- ₹2,000 financial support: The scheme was to give poor farmers of the state ₹2,000 in help.
- Better future for children: The scheme was made for the bright future of farmers' children so they do not miss out on education and health.
- Help with daily needs: The amount was to help farmers meet their daily needs.
- Direct bank transfer: The help amount was to be sent directly to the farmer's bank account.
- Statewide coverage: The scheme was to cover the whole of Maharashtra so that more farmers could benefit.
Eligibility for Ladka Shetkari Yojana
To get the benefit of the scheme, farmers had to meet some conditions.
- The applicant farmer had to be a resident of Maharashtra.
- Only land-holding farmers were eligible for the scheme.
- The farmer had to be registered with the Maharashtra agriculture department.
- The applicant needed a bank account.
- Aadhaar card was required.
- The farmer needed all land documents such as 7/12.
Documents Required for Ladka Shetkari Yojana
These documents were needed to apply for the scheme.
- Aadhaar card
- Residence proof
- Income proof
- Land documents
- PM Kisan registration number
- Bank account passbook
- Passport size photo
- Mobile number
How to Apply Online for Ladka Shetkari Yojana
The state government was to launch an official website for the scheme. Since the scheme has not been fully implemented, the online application process is not confirmed yet. Once the scheme is implemented, farmers can apply by following the process given below.
STEP 1 - Go to the official website of Ladka Shetkari Yojana.
STEP 2 - Click on the Ladka Shetkari Yojana Registration option on the home page.
STEP 3 - Enter your mobile number, OTP, Aadhaar number and farming details, then click on submit.
STEP 4 - Log in and click on the Application Ladka Shetkari Yojana option.
STEP 5 - Fill in your details like name, address, Aadhaar number, farming details and bank details.
STEP 6 - Upload the required documents.
STEP 7 - Click on submit at the end.
How to Check Ladka Shetkari Yojana List
Once the scheme is implemented and applications are received, the Ladka Shetkari Yojana list will be issued. Farmers whose name appears in the list will start getting the benefit. To check the list:
STEP 1 - Log in on the official website.
STEP 2 - Click on the Application Made Earlier option in the menu.
STEP 3 - Enter the details and click on search.
STEP 4 - The list and the application status will appear on the screen.
FAQ's
What is Ladka Shetkari Yojana?
This scheme was announced by the Maharashtra government to give financial support to poor farmers of the state.
How much help is given under Ladka Shetkari Yojana?
Under the scheme, ₹2,000 in financial help was to be given to farmers.
Who can get the benefit of Ladka Shetkari Yojana?
The benefit is for land-holding farmers of Maharashtra who are registered with the state agriculture department and have all the required land documents.