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The Mukhya Mantri Pragatisheel Kisan Samman Yojana is a farmer welfare scheme launched to recognize and reward progressive farmers who adopt modern agricultural practices and achieve outstanding performance in agriculture and allied sectors. Under this scheme, eligible farmers receive cash awards for their contribution to increasing agricultural productivity and promoting sustainable farming practices.
Objective of the Scheme
The primary objective of this scheme is to motivate farmers to adopt advanced agricultural technologies, improve farm productivity, and increase income from agriculture and allied sectors. The scheme encourages practices such as water conservation, organic farming, crop diversification, micro-irrigation, crop residue management, and integrated farming systems.
Which State Does This Scheme Belong To?
Based on the administrative structure mentioned in the document, including the roles of Deputy Commissioner and Director General Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, this scheme belongs to the Government of Haryana.
Application Start Date
The PDF does not mention any fixed application start date. According to the scheme document, it will be widely publicized during the Kharif and Rabi seasons, and interested farmers will be required to register through a dedicated online portal. Application dates will be announced through official advertisements.
Apply Online Link
No direct online application link is provided in the scheme document. Once the registration process begins, farmers will be able to apply through the official Agriculture Department portal.
Award Details
For Farmers Having 10 Acres or More Land
| Level | Category | Number of Awardees | Prize Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| State Level | 1st Prize | 1 | ₹5,00,000 |
| State Level | 2nd Prize | 2 | ₹3,00,000 |
| State Level | 3rd Prize | 5 | ₹1,00,000 |
| District Level | Consolation Prize | 88 | ₹50,000 |
For Farmers Having 5–10 Acres of Land
- Four farmers will be selected from each district.
- Each selected farmer will receive a cash award of ₹50,000.
For Farmers Having Less Than 5 Acres of Land
- Farmers performing outstanding work in Agriculture or Horticulture can also participate.
- They will receive ₹10,000 per acre, subject to a maximum award of ₹50,000 per farmer.
Selection Criteria
Farmers will be evaluated based on the adoption of modern agricultural technologies and achievements in agriculture and allied sectors.
| Selection Parameter | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|
| Crop Productivity | 10 |
| Organic Farming | 10 |
| Crop Diversification | 10 |
| Micro Irrigation | 10 |
| Crop Residue Management | 5 |
| Nutrient Management Based on Soil Health Card | 5 |
| Horticulture / Vegetables / Bee Keeping | 10 |
| Animal Husbandry | 10 |
| Fisheries | 10 |
| Processing / Value Addition | 10 |
| Extraordinary Innovation / Activity | 10 |
District-Level Selection Committee
The district-level committee responsible for selecting award-winning farmers consists of:
- Deputy Commissioner (Chairman)
- Deputy Director, Animal Husbandry
- District Horticulture Officer
- District Fishery Officer
- Coordinator, Krishi Vigyan Kendra
- Deputy Director Agriculture (Member Secretary)
- Four nominated progressive farmers from agriculture and allied sectors
State-Level Selection Committee
The state-level committee includes:
- Director General Agriculture & Farmers Welfare (Chairman)
- Director General Horticulture
- Director General Animal Husbandry
- Director Fisheries
- Additional Director (Extension) – Member Secretary
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
- Must be a resident farmer of Haryana.
- Should have demonstrated excellence in agriculture or allied sectors.
- Must be using modern agricultural practices and technologies.
- Should belong to the relevant landholding category prescribed under the scheme.
Benefits of the Scheme
- Encourages farmers to adopt modern farming technologies.
- Promotes sustainable and environmentally friendly agriculture.
- Rewards outstanding achievements in agriculture and allied sectors.
- Helps increase awareness of best agricultural practices among farmers.
- Supports the government's vision of improving farmers’ income and agricultural productivity.
