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Introduction
The Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) has garnered significant attention as over 2 crore farmers have applied for crop insurance for the Rabi 2024-25 season by December 15, 2024. With the deadline for insurance applications set to close on December 31, 2024, farmers are urged to secure their crops against losses caused by natural calamities.
Key Highlights of PMFBY
- Coverage Period: Farmers can insure crops until December 31, 2024.
- Crops Covered:
- Rabi Crops: Wheat, mustard, gram, cumin, fenugreek, taramira, isabgol.
- Commercial Crops: Onion, fennel, tomato.
- Premium Rates:
- Rabi crops: 1.5%.
- Commercial crops: 5%.
Benefits of PMFBY
- Financial support for crop losses due to natural calamities (floods, droughts, cyclones, etc.).
- Direct compensation credited to the farmer’s bank account.
- Online status check feature to reduce the need for physical visits.
Registration and Status Check
Registration Process
Farmers can register for PMFBY through the official website or contact:
- Helpline: 14447.
- WhatsApp: 7065514447.
Steps to Check Application Status
- Visit the official PMFBY website.
- Click on the “Application Status” option on the homepage.
- Enter your receipt number and captcha code.
- Click “Check Status” to view your application details.
Eligibility and Required Documents
Eligibility
- All farmers facing crop losses due to natural disasters are eligible.
Documents for Indebted Farmers
- Bank diary, jamabandi, Aadhaar card, and sowing certificate.
Documents for Tenant Farmers
- Domicile certificate, landowner’s Aadhaar card, and a lease deed on a non-judicial stamp of Rs. 100.
Fraudulent Applications in Maharashtra
Authorities have discovered discrepancies in applications from 1.75 lakh farmers across eight districts in Maharashtra, including Solapur, Pune, and Satara. The agriculture department is taking action to disqualify these farmers from the program for providing false information.
Final Call for Farmers
Farmers have until December 31, 2024, to ensure their Rabi crops under PMFBY and the Restructured Weather-Based Crop Insurance Scheme. Secure your crops today for a financially stable future.
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