Matsya Pokhari Yojana
The "Machha Chasa Pain Nua Pokhari Khola Yojana (Matsya Pokhari Yojana)" aims to boost fish production in Odisha by creating new water bodies through pond excavation. It targets income generation & employment via freshwater aquaculture. Subsidies are available for pond areas between 0.2 to 2 hectare
About the Matsya Pokhari Yojana Scheme
The "Machha Chasa Pain Nua Pokhari Khola Yojana (Matsya Pokhari Yojana)" was launched by the Fisheries and Animal Resources Development Department, Government of Odisha. The scheme aims to create additional water bodies for intensive aquaculture in inland sector through excavation of new tanks/ponds and income and employment generation through promotion of freshwater aquaculture.
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> *Implementation Target and Area of Operation:*
The scheme was implemented in the State of Odisha. The district wise annual target shall be communicated by the Director of Fisheries at the beginning of the financial year. The target is interchangeable depending on the progress made by the DLOs.
Benefits
*The following tank model/ models shall be executed by the beneficiary:*
ModelSpecification of Tank/PondUnit Cost (₹)Subsidy Assistance (₹) General (40%)Subsidy Assistance (₹) SC/ST/Women (50%)A.Capital Cost1.New tank of excavated area of 0.20 ha having 6 Feet depth₹1,40,000/-₹56,000/-₹70,000/-2.New tank of excavated area of 0.30 ha having 6 Feet depth₹2,10,000/-₹84,000/-₹1,05,000/-3.New tank of excavated area of 0.40 ha having 6 Feet depth₹2,80,000/-₹1,12,000/-₹1,40,000/-4. New tank of excavated area of 0.50 ha having 6 Feet depth₹3,50,000/-₹1,40,000/-₹1,75,000/-5.New tank of excavated area of 0.60 ha having 6 Feet depth₹4,00,000/-₹1,68,000/-₹2,10,000/-6.New tank of excavated area of 0.70 ha having 6 Feet depth₹4,90,000/-₹1,96,000/-₹2,45,000/-7.New tank of excavated area of 0.80 ha having 6 Feet depth₹5,60,000/-₹2,24,000/-₹2,80,000/-8.New tank of excavated area of 0.90 ha having 6 Feet depth₹6,30,000/-₹2,52,000/-₹3,15,000/-9.New tank of excavated area of 1.00 ha having 6 Feet depth₹7,00,000/-₹2,80,000/-₹3,50,000/-B.Input Costs&lt;br&gt;
1.Input cost for one crop cycle (seed, feed, fertilizer, medicine, etc.) for 1.00 Ha water area (Annexure-I)₹1,50,000/-₹60,000/-₹75,000/-Total (1.00 ha tank)₹8,00,000/-₹3,40,000/-₹4,25,000/-<br>
NOTE:
- 40% subsidy shall be provided to the General category and 50% to SC/ST/Woman categories of beneficiaries as per the scheme.
- The subsidy was released in two installments to the beneficiary's bank account through DBT, by the DFO. Fifty percent (50%) of e the tank excavation work is completed and the remaining 50% of the subsidy shall be released after stocking advanced-sized fingerlings.
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Eligibility Criteria
- The applicant should be a permanent resident of Odisha.
- The applicant should possess identity and residential proof including an Aadhar card.
- The applicant should have a bank account in his/her name in the State of Odisha.
- The applicant should have requisite land free from all encumbrances.
- The pond area must be between 0.2 to 2.00 hectares with a minimum water depth of 6 feet.
- Previous beneficiaries of similar subsidies are eligible for additional subsidies up to a total of 2 hectares.
How to Apply for Matsya Pokhari Yojana
Application mode: Offline
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the office of the District Fisheries Officer/Assistant Fisheries Officer and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled-in applications.
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The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format (Annexure-ll) of the application form.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Assistant Fisheries Officer.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the Assistant Fisheries Officer to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Matsya Pokhari Yojana scheme?
The "Machha Chasa Pain Nua Pokhari Khola Yojana (Matsya Pokhari Yojana)" was launched by the Fisheries and Animal Resources Development Department, Government of Odisha. The scheme aims to create additional water bodies for intensive aquaculture in inland sector throug…
Who is eligible for Matsya Pokhari Yojana?
The applicant should be a permanent resident of Odisha. The applicant should possess identity and residential proof including an Aadhar card. The applicant should have a bank account in his/her name in the State of Odisha. The applicant should have requisite land free from all encumbrances. The pon…
What benefits does Matsya Pokhari Yojana provide?
The following tank model/ models shall be executed by the beneficiary: ModelSpecification of Tank/PondUnit Cost (₹)Subsidy Assistance (₹) General (40%)Subsidy Assistance (₹) SC/ST/Women (50%)A.Capital Cost1.New tank of excavated area of 0.20 ha having 6 Feet depth₹1,40,000/-₹56,000/-₹70,000/-2.New…
How can I apply for Matsya Pokhari Yojana?
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the office of the District Fisheries Officer/Assistant Fisheries Officer and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled-in applications. O…
Source: official scheme details published on the Government of India's myScheme portal. Always verify eligibility and deadlines on the official portal before applying. Scheme rules can change.
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