Question: I want to know about MMKY-New Tank Excavation Under Brackish Water Aquaculture. What does it offer?

Answer: s:To enhance brackish water shrimp and fish production in the state.To

**Eligibility:** criteria for the beneficiaries:The beneficiary should be a resident of Odisha and must possess identity and residential proof
including an Aadhaar Card. The beneficiary should have a bank account in his/her name in the State of Odisha.The beneficiary must
have requisite land free from all encumbrances. The beneficiary who has not availed assistance under this component shall be eligible for
a subsidy maximum of up to 2.00 Ha water spread area.The beneficiary who has availed similar subsidy earlier for excavation of
Brackish water ponds under different schemes of Govt. of India or the State Government for less than 2.00 Ha. water spread area, he/she
shall also be eligible to avail further subsidy for balance area keeping an overall maximum limit of up to 2.00 Ha. under the
scheme.While availing subsidy, the beneficiary family will be considered instead of individual members of the family. One beneficiary
family should not be provided with multiple benefits under one particular scheme. A family will not be eligible for subsidy under the
same scheme if any of its members have gotten a subsidy during the last three years.Note 01: Preference will be given for the selection
of beneficiaries in cluster mode.Note 02: The documentary evidence in support of the suitable land needs to be provided by the
beneficiary. (Copy of the RoR/Copy of the lease agreement in case of lease land for a minimum period of seven years of lease needs to
be submitted).Application ProcessOnlineOfflineRegistration Process:Step 01: The applicant interested to avail of the subsidy shall apply
to the Go-Sugam Portal through a registration process by submitting the requisite documents.Step 02: Visit the official website:
https://sugam.odisha.gov.in/website/homeï»¿Step 03: Click on â€œApplyâ€​ and then click on â€œRegister Nowâ€​Step 04: On the
registration page, fill in the mandatory details (Name, Email, Mobile Number, Address, and Password) and click on "Register". The login
credentials will be sent to your registered Email ID / Mobile Number.Application Process:Step 01: Visit the official website:
https://sugam.odisha.gov.in/website/homeï»¿Step 02: Click on â€œScheme & Servicesâ€​ and then select the scheme by its name.Step 03:
Click â€œApplyâ€​ and login. https://sugam.odisha.gov.in/website/citizen-portal/loginï»¿Step 04: On the application page, fill in all the
mandatory fields and upload the required documents in the appropriate file size and file type. Upon successful submission of the
application, the applicant will get an Application Reference ID.Check Application Status:Step 01: Click on the â€œTrack Statusâ€​ link
on the menu.Step 02: Enter the Application ID or Mobile Number to get the application status.Documents RequiredPassport-size
photographIdentification & Residential Proof (Aadhaar card)A Mobile Number (Aadhaar Linked Mandatory) Land Document
(photocopy)Sketch map of the plot/plotsNon-encumbrance certificateCAA Form-1 for registration of proposed land for brackish water
aquacultureCaste/Proof Certificate for affirmative actionFirst page of Bank Passbook (photocopy)Copy of the Lease Agreement (If
required- a minimum period of seven years of lease land)Affidavit for joint ownership ROR sworn before the Executive MagistrateFor
differently-abled persons the certificate of disability issued by a certifying authority/competent authority indicating 40% or more
disability as per 'The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 will be acceptable.The certificate of identity as transgender person
issued by the District Magistrate as per "The Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act 2019 will be accepted as Transgender
category.Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat is â€˜MMKY-New Tank Excavation Under Brackish Water Aquaculture' Scheme? The
'MMKY-New Tank Excavation Under Brackish Water Aquaculture' scheme aims to encourage brackish water aquaculture among
farmers and entrepreneurs in coastal districts of Odisha, under the Mukhyamantri Maschyajibi Kalyan Yojana (MMKY).What are the
main objectives of the scheme?The primary objectives of the scheme include: 1. Enhancing brackish water shrimp and fish production in
the state. 2. Improving the livelihoods and income of coastal communities through the promotion of brackish water aquaculture. 3.
Increasing shrimp/fish exports from the State.Where is the scheme implemented?The scheme operates in the coastal districts of Odisha,
following the provisions of the Coastal Aquaculture Authority Act (CAA) - 2005 and Amendment Act- 2023, CAA Rules- 2005, and
Amendment Rules-2022.Who can benefit from the MMKY-New Tank Excavation scheme?Farmers and entrepreneurs in the coastal
districts of Odisha are the primary beneficiaries of the scheme. How is the subsidy calculated for beneficiaries under the scheme?The
subsidy is calculated and released based on the actual cost incurred by the beneficiary, subject to the maximum subsidy as specified
under the scheme.What is the percentage of subsidy assistance provided to different beneficiary categories?Subsidy assistance is granted
at a rate of 40% on the actual cost of implementation for the General Category beneficiaries. For Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled
Tribes (ST), Women, and Transgender categories, the subsidy assistance is higher at 60%. However, it's important to note that for
PMMSY funds, the Transgender/PwD category shall not be considered for subsidy assistance.How will the scheme be financed?The
scheme will be implemented through a combination of bank finance and self-finance. Why is training and skill development emphasized
under the scheme?Training and skill development are essential components to generate awareness, disseminate farming technology, and
attract stakeholders to the benefits of the scheme. How will beneficiaries receive training under the scheme?The Directorate of Fisheries
may organize training programs at reputed institutions like CIFA/BWTC/FTI. Alternatively, training tasks may be entrusted to
District/Zonal levels, along with fund provisions. Who is eligible to participate in the scheme?To be eligible for the scheme, the
beneficiary should be a resident of Odisha and must possess identity and residential proof, including an Aadhaar Card.What land
requirements are necessary for eligibility?The beneficiary must have requisite land free from all encumbrances to qualify for the
scheme.Is there a limit on the water spread area for eligibility?Yes, a beneficiary who has not availed assistance under this component is
eligible for a subsidy for a maximum of up to 2.00 Ha water spread area.Can a beneficiary who has previously received a subsidy avail
further benefits under the scheme?Yes, a beneficiary who has availed a similar subsidy earlier for excavation of Brackish water ponds
under different schemes of the Government of India or the State Government for less than 2.00 Ha water spread area is eligible to avail
further subsidy for the balance area, with an overall maximum limit of up to 2.00 Ha under the scheme.How is the eligibility of a family
determined while availing subsidy?While availing subsidy, the beneficiary family will be considered instead of individual members of
the family. One beneficiary family should not receive multiple benefits under one particular scheme. A family will not be eligible for
subsidy under the same scheme if any of its members has received subsidy during the last three years.What is the preference given for
the selection of beneficiaries?Preference will be given for the selection of beneficiaries in cluster mode.How can an applicant apply
under the scheme?Interested persons shall apply for registration of new brackish water farms through Go-Sugam portal. In case of
difficulty in applying through Go-Sugam portal the hard copy of CAA Form No. I (Annexure-V) for fresh registration along with the
Scheme application form (Annexure-I) to be submitted to the AFO for processing and digitalization of the proposal.Sources And
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RequiredFrequently Asked QuestionsThe State plan scheme â€œMMKY-New Tank Excavation Under Brackish Water Aquacultureâ€​
was launched by the Fisheries & Animal Resources Development Department, Government of Odisha under Mukhyamantri Maschyajibi
Kalyan Yojana (MMKY) to promote farmers and entrepreneurs to take up Brackish water aquaculture.Objectives:To enhance brackish
water shrimp and fish production in the state.To enhance the livelihoods and income of coastal communities through the propagation of
brackish water aquaculture.To increase the shrimp/fish exports from the State.Area of Operation: The scheme shall be implemented in
the coastal districts of Odisha as per the provisions of the Coastal Aquaculture Authority Act (CAA) - 2005 and Amendment Act- 2023,
CAA Rules- 2005 and Amendment Rules-2022.OkWas this helpful?ShareNews and UpdatesNo new news and updates
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