The Karnataka Government is offering financial help to Scheduled Caste (SC) farmers to dig borewells on their land. This comes under the Ganga Kalyana Scheme for 2024-25. If you are eligible, you can apply and get ₹4 lakh subsidy to set up a borewell for irrigation.
Funding Details
- ₹153.53 lakh has been set aside for Ballari district under the PMKSY – Drip Irrigation Program.
- Farmers can get a 90% subsidy for irrigation on up to 2 hectares of land.
- If you qualify, apply and make use of this benefit.
- Visit the Horticulture Department office for more details.
Who Can Apply?
Farmers must meet these conditions:
- Must be a small or marginal farmer.
- Land should be in active farming.
- Should not have other irrigation sources.
- Must be a resident of Karnataka.
- Age should be between 18 and 60 years.
- Annual family income should be:
- ₹98,000 (for rural areas)
- ₹1.2 lakh (for urban areas)
- Must own at least 2 acres of land in one place..
Required Documents
- Aadhaar-linked bank account
- Aadhaar Card
- Bank passbook
- Caste & Income Certificate
- Land ownership record
- Recent passport-size photo
- BPL Ration Card
- Mobile number
How to Apply?
- Submit your application online through the Seva Sindhu Portal at Grama One or Karnataka One service centers.
- Last Date to Apply: September 15
- For more details, visit the Horticulture Department’s official website or go to your nearest office.