KRISHAK BANDHU SCHEME
🌾 Krishak Bandhu Scheme – West Bengal’s Lifeline for Farmers
Agriculture is the backbone of West Bengal’s economy, and farmers are at its heart.
To ensure their economic stability and social security, the Government of West Bengal launched the Krishak Bandhu Scheme — a welfare program offering direct financial assistance and insurance coverage to farmers across the state.
Key Benefits of the Scheme:
🍀Income Support: Farmers receive up to ₹10,000/year (paid in two installments) directly into their bank accounts.
🍀Insurance Coverage: ₹2 lakh life insurance for farmers aged 18–60 years in case of death or disability.
🍀Inclusive Approach: Benefits are available for both land-owning farmers and sharecroppers.
🍀Transparent Payment: All payments are made through Direct Bank Transfer (DBT).
🍀Simple Registration: Farmers can apply online or offline through local agriculture offices.
Eligibility Criteria:
✅Must be a resident of West Bengal.
✅Age between 18 to 60 years for insurance benefits.
✅Must be a landowner or a recorded sharecropper.
How to Apply❔:
▫️Visit the official website: https://krishakbandhu.wb.gov.in
▫️Fill in the application form with personal and land details.
▫️Upload necessary documents (proof of identity, land records, bank account details).
▫️Submit online or visit your nearest agriculture office for offline registration.
Why This Scheme Matters?
The Krishak Bandhu Scheme goes beyond short-term relief. By combining income support with insurance protection, it addresses both day-to-day farming needs and unforeseen emergencies — a step towards financial resilience in rural Bengal.💚
📢 Let’s spread awareness! Share this post with farmers, families, and communities to ensure no one misses out on these benefits.
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