Lucknow. The government has given big relief with the aim of increasing irrigation facilities for the farmers of Uttar Pradesh. Under the Chief Minister Small Irrigation Scheme, farmers can now avail subsidy of up to Rs 2.65 lakh for installing private tube wells. This financial assistance will help the farmers to arrange water in their fields and will also reduce their dependence on others for irrigation.
Under the scheme, farmers will be able to do deep boring up to 300 feet. The special thing is that the assistance provided not only includes the cost of boring but also an assistance of Rs 68 thousand for electricity connection and other necessary arrangements related to running the tube well.
It will be easier to irrigate crops
Farmers often face difficulties in irrigating crops due to lack of rain and not getting water on time. Sometimes crop yield is also affected due to lack of water. With the facility of private tube well, farmers will be able to irrigate their fields as per their need. This can help in reducing the cost of farming and problems related to water availability.
How will you get the benefits of the scheme?
Farmers wishing to take advantage of this scheme can contact the Minor Irrigation Department. There they will get information about the application process, eligibility and required documents. However, the grant will be given only to those farmers who fulfill the eligibility and rules set by the government. It is important for farmers to confirm the terms of the scheme with the department before applying.