Assistance to Co-operative Irrigation Societies M. N. R.-10 (General Area)
Grant for setting up cooperative irrigation societies · up to ₹5 lakh · Gujarat MNR-10
The Assistance to Co-operative Irrigation Societies scheme (MNR-10, General Area) helps farmer-formed cooperative irrigation societies in Gujarat set up water distribution infrastructure — specifically pumps and electric motors on wells and agar creeks — to improve irrigation. Financial assistance is provided for installing this equipment. Apply offline at your District Registrar's Office.
About This Scheme
The Assistance to Co-operative Irrigation Societies scheme (MNR-10, General Area) helps farmer-formed cooperative irrigation societies in Gujarat set up water distribution infrastructure — specifically pumps and electric motors on wells and agar creeks — to improve irrigation. Financial assistance is provided for installing this equipment. Apply offline at your District Registrar's Office.
Full official description
The scheme "Assistance to Co-operative Irrigation Societies, M. N. R.-10 (General Area)" by the Agriculture and Co-operation Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to enhance agricultural yield in the state by offering assistance to irrigation cooperative societies formed by farmers of a common area. The support involves establishing water distribution systems using pumps and electric motors on wells and agar creeks to facilitate effective irrigation.
Benefits
- Financial assistance for purchasing and installing irrigation infrastructure including pumps and electric motors on wells and agar creeks
- Intended to help farmer cooperatives establish water distribution systems for efficient irrigation
💡 Why Startups Should Care
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Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Cooperative irrigation societies formed by small and marginal farmers, or any other farmers, in Gujarat
- Society must be located within the state of Gujarat
- Applicable to the General category (open to all farmers, not restricted to SC/ST)
How to Apply
- Form or identify a registered co-operative irrigation society in Gujarat.
- Draft an application on plain paper as per department instructions.
- Attach all required documents.
- Submit to the District Registrar for review and processing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the objective of the scheme "Assistance to Co-operative Irrigation Societies, M. N. R.-10 (General Area)"?
The objective of the scheme "Assistance to Co-operative Irrigation Societies, M. N. R.-10 (General Area)" is to enhance agricultural productivity in Gujarat by providing financial and technical support to cooperative irrigation societies formed by farmers from a common geographical area, enabling them to establish water distribution systems using pumps and electric motors on wells and agar creeks.
Who is eligible to apply for the "Assistance to Co-operative Irrigation Societies, M. N. R.-10 (General Area)" scheme?
The scheme is exclusively open to cooperative irrigation societies that are legally formed by groups of farmers who collectively own or cultivate agricultural land within the state of Gujarat.
What type of assistance is provided under this scheme?
Under the "Assistance to Co-operative Irrigation Societies, M. N. R.-10 (General Area)" scheme, financial support is provided to enable the installation of water distribution systems, including pumps and electric motors, to aid irrigation efforts for member farmers of the cooperative societies.
What is the geographical coverage of the scheme?
The "Assistance to Co-operative Irrigation Societies, M. N. R.-10 (General Area)" scheme is applicable across the entire state of Gujarat and can be availed by any qualifying cooperative irrigation society within the state.
Which department is responsible for overseeing this scheme?
The Agriculture and Co-operation Department of the Government of Gujarat is responsible for formulating, monitoring, and administering the "Assistance to Co-operative Irrigation Societies, M. N. R.-10 (General Area)" scheme.
Where can the application form be obtained for this scheme?
The application form for the "Assistance to Co-operative Irrigation Societies, M. N. R.-10 (General Area)" scheme can be obtained free of cost from the District Registrar's Office, and it can be downloaded from the official website.
What is the cost of the application form for this scheme?
There is no fee associated with the application form for the scheme; it is provided free of cost by the District Registrar Office and through the scheme’s official portal.
Is there any preference or reservation for specific groups under this scheme?
The Scheme is applicable to the General category.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Co-operative society registration certificate
- Land and irrigation infrastructure details
- Proposed work plan and cost estimate
- Any other documents as required