Agriculture is the primary source of employment and source of food for the country. It plays an important role in giving millions of jobs. Keeping in mind the importance of agriculture and its related sectors, the Odisha government initiated the Krushak Assistance for Livelihood and Income Augmentation (KALIA) program. The majority of the farmers on the land have gotten benefits from the scheme. The assistance is like a ray of hope for millions of farmers. It primarily supports the marginal groups and small farmers. Along with it, it also helps landless workers to make their lives sustainable and employable.
So, here’s how this scheme works, its benefits, and how farmers can apply for it.
A Lifeline for Odisha’s Farmers: How does this help farmers?
The KALIA Yojana was initiated to help and support farmers in many ways:
- This scheme helps farmers financially so they can buy the required supplies for farming like seeds, fertilizers, and so on.
- Under this scheme, the government helps the farmers with training for sustainable farming practices to increase productivity and help with access to resources.
- This scheme helps farmers with debt relief by giving them financial support, so they don’t have to take loans from informal sources.
Benefits of KALIA Yojana
The KALIA Scheme provides several rewards depending on the farmers’ category:
- ₹10,000 per year for small and marginal farmers (5,000 twice a year)
- ₹12,500 for landless agricultural labourers
- ₹10,000 for elderly, handicapped or extremely poor households (every year)
- ₹2 lacks Insurance coverage for personal accidents and life insurance individually.
- Up to ₹50,000 in interest-free loans.
Who is Eligible for KALIA Yojana?
The following groups are eligible:
- Farmers who own small areas of land and engage in farming activities.
- Farmers who work on land owned by others.
- Households with elderly or disabled members, as well as those with extremely low incomes.
Note: Some groups, like large farmers, income taxpayers, and government employees, cannot apply for this scheme.
Related Scheme: Pradhan Mantri Suryoday Yojana:
How to Apply for KALIA Yojana?
KALIA Yojana can be applied both online and offline.
Offline Application:
- Applicants can visit the Primary Agriculture Cooperative Society (PACS) or their local Gram Panchayat office to pick up the application form.
- After filling out the form, submit it to the local authorities for further processing.
Online Application:
- Applicants can easily complete the Kalia Yojana online application process by visiting the official website.
- All they have to do is fill out the form and upload the required documents.
Farmers who want more information about the scheme can visit the KALIA Helpline Centers for help with their queries.
Documents Required for Application
To apply for KALIA Yojana, the following documents are required:
- Identity Proof
- Land Documents
- Bank Account Details
- Income Certificate
- Self-declaration Form
To confirm that the applicant is eligible and does not belong to any excluded categories (big farmers or government personnel), submitting the self-declaration form is mandatory.
The KALIA Yojana is a hope for millions of farmers, as this offers them financial support for agriculture. The Odisha government is making a big difference in helping farmers by increasing their agricultural production and improving the living conditions of people.
Questions You Might Have:
Yes. Under this scheme, beneficiaries will receive personal accident insurance and life insurance coverage.
Yes, farmers can apply for the KALIA Yojana even if they are already getting help from other government programs.
Farmers typically receive assistance within a few weeks after their application is processed and approved.
No, anyone who is an adult farmer or landless laborer can apply.
The scheme provides financial support and encourages women to get involved in farming.
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