A major update has emerged regarding the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana, which is being implemented for farmers across the country. Government data shows that from the inception of the scheme until the 21st installment, the highest number of beneficiaries was in the 11th installment. However, compared to the latest installment, the ₹2,000 installment has been discontinued for approximately 11.4 million farmers.
What is the PM Kisan Yojana, and how does it help
The PM Kisan Yojana, launched in February 2019, was created to provide financial assistance to small and marginal farmers. Under this scheme, farmers are provided with annual assistance of ₹6,000 in three equal installments through DBT. The government has completely eliminated middlemen by digitizing the payment process. So far, ₹4.09 lakh crore has been transferred directly to farmers’ bank accounts in 21 installments, demonstrating the significant impact of the scheme.
Why were the names of 1.14 crore farmers removed
The government recently strengthened digital verification to increase transparency in the scheme. During this process, a large amount of farmers’ data was found to be incomplete or incorrect. Many beneficiaries’ e-KYC was incomplete, many had unupdated land records, and some were not financially eligible. Consequently, the government removed them from the list. This is why installments for millions of farmers were stopped.
Who can benefit from this scheme? Understand the eligibility
The scheme’s benefits are only available to farmers who own cultivable land. If the land is not in their name, farmers are not considered eligible. Individuals in higher income groups, such as doctors, engineers, lawyers, government employees, and income taxpayers, are also excluded from the scheme. The government aims to ensure that only genuine and needy farmers benefit from the scheme.
What to do if your installment has been stopped
Many farmers’ installments have been stopped because their e-KYC is incomplete or there are problems with bank-Aadhaar linking. Such farmers can check their status by visiting the official PM Kisan portal. If any errors appear, farmers can update their documents at a CSC center or bank. Once all information is correct, farmers can re-enroll in the scheme.
Government’s Aim to Make the Scheme Transparent
The government has ensured that every rupee disbursed under the PM Kisan Yojana reaches the right farmer. Therefore, the scheme has been fully digitized, and an emphasis is being placed on removing inappropriate beneficiaries. This has ensured that crores of genuine farmers are receiving timely benefits, and the scheme is expected to become even stronger in the future.
FAQs – Common Questions Related to the PM Kisan Yojana
Q1. Why was my ₹2,000 installment stopped?
Installments are often stopped because the farmer’s e-KYC is incomplete, the bank-Aadhaar linking is incorrect, or the land records are not updated. Correcting the information can restore the installment.
Q2. Do all farmers benefit from the scheme?
No, only farmers who own cultivable land are eligible. Government employees, income tax payers, and those in the upper economic class are not eligible.
Q3. When will the next PM Kisan installment arrive?
The government releases an installment every four months. Before the next installment is released, the list is updated on the Kisan Portal, and only then is the payment made.
Q4. What if your name is removed from the beneficiary list?
Farmers should re-update their e-KYC, land records, and bank details at the nearest CSC center or on the portal. Once the verification is complete, the name can be re-added.
Q5. Can registration for the PM Kisan Yojana be done online?
Yes, farmers can register themselves on pmkisan.gov.in or seek help from a CSC center.
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only. The PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana is a government scheme, and all rules, eligibility criteria, and procedures related to it are determined by the central government. The information provided here is based on public sources and official guidelines. Before making any decisions, farmers should verify the information by visiting the official website pmkisan.gov.in or contacting their local agriculture department.
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