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Reservoir Fisheries Development Scheme

The scheme "Reservoir Fisheries Development Scheme" by the Department of Fisheries, Government of Jharkhand, enhances fish production and livelihood opportunities for registered fisheries cooperatives through the provision of fish fingerlings, boats, and nets.

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About This Scheme

The "Reservoir Fisheries Development Scheme" by the Department of Fisheries, Government of Jharkhand, aims to enhance fish production and support fishermen's livelihoods. Through this scheme, fish fingerlings are provided, along with subsidized boats and nets, to registered fisheries cooperative societies. The scheme is implemented by the Directorate of Fisheries and focuses on utilizing water resources like reservoirs, check dams, coal pits, and other water bodies.

Benefits

Supply of 530 lakh fish fingerlings annually to various reservoirs.

₹1.0K

Subsidy of ₹1,000/- or 50% of the cost per member for fishing nets (whichever is lower).

₹10.0K

Provision of ₹10,000/- or 50% of the cost for one boat per cooperative society (whichever is lower).

Encouragement for cage culture in water bodies.

Enhanced fish production in 1,06,000 hectares of water bodies.

Livelihood support for members of registered fisheries cooperative societies.

Focused implementation in mining-affected water bodies.

Required Documents

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Cooperative Society Registration Certificate
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Membership Proof of the Applicant
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Water Body Inspection Report
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Cost Estimates for Nets and Boats
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Bank Account Details for Subsidy Transfer
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Declaration of Adherence to Fisheries Guidelines

✦ Required ◦ Optional

How to Apply

IIn-person

Quick Info

Level: Central Government
Max benefit: ₹10.0K