Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana (PM-KISAN) is an ambitious scheme of the Government of India, which aims to provide financial assistance to the farmers of the country. Under this scheme, eligible farmers are given Rs 6,000 every year. But, recently the government has taken a big decision, due to which about 15 lakh farmers will not be able to avail the benefits of this scheme. Let us know about it in detail.
What is PM-KISAN Yojana?
PM-KISAN Yojana is a central scheme launched in 2018. Its aim is to help small and marginal farmers financially. Under this scheme, every year Rs 6,000 is sent directly to the bank accounts of farmers in three equal installments.
Why were 15 lakh farmers left out?
The government decided to check the eligibility of the beneficiaries of PM-KISAN Yojana. In this investigation, many farmers were found ineligible.
Reasons revealed in the investigation
Wrong information: Some farmers took advantage of the scheme by giving wrong information.
Violation of income limit: Some farmers were earning more than the prescribed income limit, yet were taking advantage of the scheme.
Double benefit: In some families, more than one member was taking benefit from different accounts.
Ineligible businessmen: Some government employees and pensioners were also taking advantage of the scheme.
How was the eligibility checked?
The government strictly checked the eligibility criteria, which included the following:
Income check: The annual income of the farmers was checked.
Land records: The ownership of the land of the farmers was checked.
Other government benefits: It was checked whether the farmers were taking advantage of any other government scheme.
Bank account check: The bank accounts of the farmers were checked to prevent double benefit.
What will be the impact of this decision?
The government believes that this step will bring transparency in the scheme and only the right farmers will get its benefit. This will ensure the proper use of government funds.
Are you also getting the benefit of PM-Kisan Yojana?
If you are a farmer and are getting the benefits of PM-Kisan Yojana, then you have nothing to worry about. But, if you have been found ineligible, you can appeal against the government’s decision.
For more information:
You can visit the official website of PM-Kisan Yojana: https://pmkisan.gov.in/
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