In an effort to increase the quality of life for the people of Andhra Pradesh, the Annadata Sukhibhava Scheme was launched. It is a welfare program that is designed for the farmers of Andhra Pradesh. During the interim budget of the financial year 2019-20, the Honourable Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh announced the introduction of this scheme. For this program, the Finance Minister of the state of Andhra Pradesh allotted a budget of ₹5000/- Crores. Here are some details about the program, the application process, the eligibility criteria, and how to check the status of the payment that has been made.
Introduction
The government of Andhra Pradesh has announced to provide ₹5500 to the farmers for buying seeds. The transfer will take place on 15th May 2020 under YSR Rythu Bharosa-PM Kisan Scheme. This scheme has replaced the previous TDP government’s ‘Annadata Sukhibhava’ scheme.
Annadata Sukhibhava Scheme Details:
The Annadata Sukhibhava Scheme is extensively aimed to support marginal and small farmers of the state financially. Each beneficiary will get ₹4000/- per annum. The farmers who are eligible for the scheme will also continue to get benefits from PM Kissan Samman Yojana (PMKSY). In short, the beneficiary will get ₹4000 (Annadata Sukhibhava) + ₹6000 (PMKSY) total ₹ 10,000/- Per annum.
Features of the scheme:
- Under the plan, the state government will offer subsidies on crops such as maize, pulses, sugarcane, groundnut, sunflower, cotton, paddy, etc.
- Selected beneficiaries will get a waiver on debts. It will reduce the burden of loan payment.
- Selected farmers would get tractors with a subsidy of ₹2.5 lakhs for tractors and also for agriculture tools. It will help farmers to yield more.
Benefits of the scheme:
- The scheme will provide financial support to farmers resulting in uplifting the confidence.
- It will provide uplifting living standards.
- The scheme will help farmers to get more crops throughout the year.
- It will encourage farmers, and the agricultural sector is expected to record noticeable growth automatically.
Eligibility for the scheme:
To avail the benefits of this scheme, farmers should satisfy the following criteria:
- The beneficiary should be a resident of Andhra Pradesh state only.
- Beneficiary farmers should be having 5 acres of land. Tenant farmers are also eligible for the scheme.
- Only small and marginal farmers are eligible for the scheme.
Documents required to apply for the scheme:
- Domicile Proof
- Aadhaar Card
- Identity Proof
- Farmland Documents
- Bank Account Details
- Passport size Photos.
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How to apply for Annadata Sukhibhava Scheme:
Andhra Pradesh Government has given the responsibility to Real-Time Government Society (RTGS) to prepare the village wise and Mandal wise list of farmers who will be benefited directly. These farmers will be instantly registered for the scheme.
Procedure to apply for the scheme online using Aadhaar Number:
- Visit the Annadata Sukhibhava official Website.
- Mention your Aadhaar Number in the given box.
- Click on ‘Send ‘, and you will receive an OTP to your registered mobile number with UIDAI.
- Enter the OTP in the dialogue box provided.
- Click on ‘Verify ‘.
- After verifying your Aadhaar number, you will be redirected to the ‘Update Bank Account ‘ screen.
- Select your District, Mandal / Panchayat, Rural / Urban.
- Click the ‘Get Data ‘ button.
- Check the name displayed and if it is correct, ‘Update ‘ information.
- Enter the IFSC code of your bank to which you wish to accept the benefits.
- Your Bank and Branch Name will be updated automatically.
- Enter your Account Number, confirm it by Re-Entering.
- If you want to update the image of your Passbook, click the ‘Choose files ‘ button.
- Choose the image from your device and click ‘Upload Image ‘.
- Now, the image will now upload.
- Finally, click the ‘Submit Data ‘ button to save your updated details successfully.
How to check the payment status of Annadata Sukhibhava Scheme using Aadhaar or Mobile Number:
- Visit Annadata Sukhibhava‘s official website.
- On the homepage, click the ‘Report ‘ button.
- On clicking the ‘Reports ‘ menu, select the ‘Payment Status ‘ option.
- Enter your registered Aadhaar number or mobile number.
- An OTP will be received on your registered mobile number.
- After submitting OTP, the beneficiary can see their payment status on their screens.
You can also use the Annadata Sukhibhava app to check all the updates related to the scheme from the state government. Anyone can download it from its official website.
For more queries and details about the Annadata Sukhibhava Scheme, contact us.
Toll-free helpline number – 18004254440, Website- http://annadathasukhibhava.ap.gov.in/
Conclusion
As of now, this is one of the best schemes that have been launched in the state of Andhra Pradesh to support small farmers. The scheme is expected to benefit more than 70 lakh farmers directly through the provision of direct benefits. As a result of the AP government’s visionary move, the agricultural industry will grow and farmers’ morale will be boosted.
