PMMSY: Three wheeler with Ice Box including e-rickshaws for fish vending - Gujarat
Gujarat fish vendors can get financial assistance to purchase a three-wheeler (including e-rickshaws) fitted with an ice box for delivering fresh fish hygienically to local buyers. The subsidy is 40% (₹1.2 lakh) for general applicants or 60% (₹1.8 lakh) for women/SC/ST, against a unit cost of ₹3 lakh. Apply online via the I-Khedut portal at ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in.
About This Scheme
Gujarat fish vendors can get financial assistance to purchase a three-wheeler (including e-rickshaws) fitted with an ice box for delivering fresh fish hygienically to local buyers. The subsidy is 40% (₹1.2 lakh) for general applicants or 60% (₹1.8 lakh) for women/SC/ST, against a unit cost of ₹3 lakh. Apply online via the I-Khedut portal at ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in.
Full official description
The scheme “Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY)” with the component of "Three-wheeler with Ice Box including e-rickshaws for fish vending", introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Co-operation Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to modernise cold chain infrastructure to preserve fish health, uplift fishermen, and enhance value chain efficiency. Through this scheme, financial support is provided to fishermen and related beneficiaries for constructing ice plants or storage units with a minimum capacity of 30 tonnes, ensuring hygienic fish storage and better returns. The scheme is implemented by the Commissioner of Fisheries of the State Governments, with 60% contribution from the Government of India and 40% contribution from the State Government.
Objective of the scheme
- Marine production in the Gujarat state is one of the leading in the country. The state lags behind in exports due to non-norms. So, cold storage/ice plant modernisation is necessary to keep the fish in healthy condition.
- Insulated vehicle, three wheeler with ice box including e-rickshaw, and live fish vending center to deliver the fish in hygienic condition to the consumer, so that the consumer (customer) can get fresh and clean fish from the local area and get good returns to the sellers.
- Around 27,000 small and large boats are operating in the state. To strengthen the safety and security of the fishermen and increase the income of the boat owner, replacement of the existing boats is necessary to increase the sea growth of the existing boats.
Benefits
- General category: 40% of unit cost = up to ₹1,20,000
- Women / SC / ST category: 60% of unit cost = up to ₹1,80,000
- Unit cost: ₹3,00,000 per three-wheeler with ice box (including e-rickshaws)
- Benefit available once in a lifetime
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be a native and resident of Gujarat
- Must have a fishing boat registered under Real Craft software
- Must hold a valid fishing license
- Must complete online registration on the I-Khedut portal
- Must obtain in-principle approval before any purchase
- Must have a personal bank account
- Women, SC, and ST applicants qualify for 60% assistance
How to Apply
Registration Process:
Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at the I-Khedut Portal.
Step 2: Click on 'Login' from the top right-hand side, then click on "Beneficiary Registration" and select any one from the 'Farmer' or 'Institutional' or 'Except For the Farmer' as the Beneficiary Type.
Step 3: Enter the 'Company Name' and Address if you have selected 'Institutional' or 'Except For the Farmer' as the Beneficiary Type. And for all select the District, Taluka, and Village, choose 'what type of account holder you are?', enter your Account Number and Name, solve the Captcha, and click 'Save and Next'.
Step 4: Enter your Mobile Number and E-mail address, click 'Send OTP', enter the received OTP, create and confirm a Password, solve the Captcha, and click 'Submit'.
Login Process:
Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at the I-Khedut Portal.
Step 2: Click on 'Login' from the top right-hand side of the homepage. On the home page, click on ‘Schemes’ and then click on ‘Agricultural Schemes’.
Step 3: Now select the scheme, click on the ‘Apply’ button, and an application page will open.
Step 4: Click on the "Apply New" button and submit a new application.
Step 5: Click on the "Update Application" button to add corrections to the application.
Step 6: Once the application is done, confirm it.
Step 7: Take a printout of the confirmed application.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total cost of a three-wheeler with ice box including e-rickshaw for fish vending?
The total unit cost is ₹3,00,000/-.
How much financial assistance is given to general category beneficiaries?
General category beneficiaries receive 40% assistance, which amounts to ₹1,20,000/-.
What is the assistance available for women and SC/ST category beneficiaries?
Women and SC/ST category beneficiaries receive 60% assistance, which is up to ₹1,80,000/-.
Is the benefit available to all who apply or is it limited?
The benefit is provided only as per the target and category allocation decided by the Government of India.
How is the financial contribution shared between the governments?
The contribution is shared with 60% from the Government of India and 40% from the State Government.
Can this benefit be availed more than once in a lifetime?
No, this benefit can be availed only once in a lifetime.
Does the percentage of assistance differ between categories?
Yes, general category beneficiaries get 40% assistance, while women and SC/ST beneficiaries get 60%.
How much maximum amount can a woman or SC/ST beneficiary receive under this component?
A woman or SC/ST beneficiary can receive up to ₹1,80,000/- as assistance.
Is the assistance fixed on the total cost or does it vary?
The assistance is calculated on the fixed unit cost of ₹3,00,000/-.
What is the main purpose of providing assistance for a three-wheeler with ice box including e-rickshaw?
The purpose is to support fish vending by providing vehicles equipped with ice boxes to ensure hygienic and fresh delivery of fish.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Aadhar card.
- Quotation.
- Caste certificate (if applicable).
- Fishing License.
- Passport-size photo.
- Bank passbook / cancelled cheque.
- Ration card.