The Mukhyamantri Krishak Sathi Sahayata Yojana is a Rajasthan Government scheme implemented through the Rajasthan State Agricultural Marketing Board and Krishi Upaj Mandi Samitis. It provides financial assistance ranging from Rs. 5,000 to Rs. 2 lakh to eligible farmers, agricultural labourers and licensed mandi workers who suffer injuries or die in covered accidents during agricultural or agricultural marketing activities. Applicants can submit their claims online through the Raj Kisan portal using Jan Aadhaar or seek assistance from an e-Mitra centre.
Rajasthan Mukhyamantri Krishak Sathi Sahayata Yojana Highlights | |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Mukhyamantri Krishak Sathi Sahayata Yojana |
| Earlier Name | Rajiv Gandhi Krishak Sathi Sahayata Yojana |
| Renamed In | 2024 |
| Department | Agriculture Marketing Department |
| Implementing Body | Rajasthan State Agricultural Marketing Board and Krishi Upaj Mandi Samitis |
| Eligible Beneficiaries | Farmers, agricultural labourers and licensed hammals and palledars |
| Assistance in Case of Death | Rs. 2,00,000 |
| Assistance for Spinal Fracture or Head Injury Resulting in Coma | Rs. 2,00,000 |
| Assistance for Other Eligible Injuries | Rs. 5,000 to Rs. 50,000 |
| Cases Not Covered | Illness, natural death and suicide |
| Payment Timeline | Within 15 days after all required documents are complete, subject to the applicable scheme provisions |
| Application Mode | Online through the Raj Kisan portal or with assistance from an e-Mitra centre |
| Official Portal | rajkisan.rajasthan.gov.in |
Introduction of Rajasthan Mukhyamantri Krishak Sathi Sahayata Yojana: A Brief Insight
Farming in Rajasthan involves risks from heavy machinery, electric pumps, open wells and other hazards in the fields. Encounters with snakes and camels can also lead to serious accidents. A single incident can leave a family without its main earning member or burden it with medical expenses. The Mukhyamantri Krishak Sathi Sahayata Yojana provides financial assistance to eligible families during such difficult times.
The scheme began in 1994 as the Krishak Sathi Yojana and later became known as the Rajiv Gandhi Krishak Sathi Sahayata Yojana. In 2024, the Rajasthan Government, led by Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma, renamed the scheme and increased the assistance for severe spinal and head injuries.
The Agriculture Marketing Department through the Rajasthan State Agricultural Marketing Board and Krishi Upaj Mandi Samitis implement the scheme. Its main objective is to provide financial support to eligible farmers and mandi workers who suffer serious injuries or lose their lives in covered accidents.
Under the scheme, an eligible dependent receives Rs. 2 lakh if the beneficiary dies in a covered accident. The same amount is available for a broken spine or a head injury resulting in a coma. Depending on the nature of the injury, assistance for the loss of limbs, eyes or fingers ranges from Rs. 5,000 to Rs. 50,000. The stated payment timeline is 15 days after all required documents are complete.
The scheme covers eligible farmers, agricultural labourers and licensed hammals and palledars working in mandis, provided the accident occurs during agricultural or agricultural marketing activities. Deaths caused by illness or suicide are not covered under the scheme.
Eligible applicants can submit their claims online through the Raj Kisan portal using Jan Aadhaar or visit an e-Mitra centre for assistance. The assistance committee of the concerned Mandi Samiti examines and decides each claim. Families can also contact the Secretary of their local Krishi Upaj Mandi Samiti for guidance.
Besides accident assistance, farmers can receive annual income support under the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana and an additional state benefit through the Mukhyamantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana. They can also protect their crops against eligible risks by enrolling in the PM Fasal Bima Yojana.
Farmers who visit mandis to sell their produce can explore subsidised meals under the Kisan Kaleva Yojana. Women self-help groups can also explore income-generating opportunities through the NAMO Drone Didi Yojana.
Farmers, agricultural workers and others looking for more welfare and agriculture-related programmes can visit our List of Welfare Schemes of the Rajasthan Government page to explore schemes offered by the Rajasthan Government.
Benefits Provided to Eligible Beneficiaries
An accident on a farm or in a mandi can cause serious injuries, stop a worker from earning or result in the loss of a family member. The Mukhyamantri Krishak Sathi Sahayata Yojana provides one-time financial assistance ranging from Rs. 5,000 to Rs. 2 lakh, depending on the type and severity of the accident. This support helps affected families manage the financial difficulties that follow an accident.
Assistance Amount
| Nature of Accident or Injury | Financial Assistance |
|---|---|
| Death due to a covered accident (payable to an eligible dependent) | Rs. 2,00,000 |
| Broken spine or head injury resulting in coma | Rs. 2,00,000 |
| Loss of two body parts, such as both hands, both legs or both eyes | Rs. 50,000 |
| Complete de-scalping of the hair on the head | Rs. 40,000 |
| Damage to both testicles | Rs. 40,000 |
| Partial de-scalping of the hair on the head | Rs. 25,000 |
| Loss of one body part, such as one hand, leg, eye, palm or arm | Rs. 25,000 |
| Damage to one testicle | Rs. 25,000 |
| Complete or partial loss of four fingers | Rs. 20,000 |
| Loss of three fingers | Rs. 15,000 |
| Loss of two fingers | Rs. 10,000 |
| Fracture suffered by a hammal, palledar or labourer while working within mandi premises | Rs. 10,000 |
| Loss of one finger | Rs. 5,000 |
The assistance for a broken spine or a head injury resulting in coma was increased from Rs. 50,000 to Rs. 2 lakh through a Government order issued in 2024, when the scheme was renamed.
Other Benefits
- No premium or registration fee: Farmers and eligible workers do not have to pay a premium or registration fee to receive scheme benefits.
- Time-bound payment: Assistance is payable within 15 days once the required documents are complete, as stated under the scheme provisions.
- Direct bank transfer: The approved assistance amount is credited directly to the claimant’s bank account.
- Simplified documentation in special cases: For deaths caused by snakebites, poisonous animal bites or camel bites, a Government doctor’s certificate and panchnama may be accepted under the applicable provisions.
Reach of the Scheme
According to the Agriculture Marketing Department, more than 11,777 farmers had received financial assistance exceeding Rs. 176 crore through mandi committees by 2023.
Note: The assistance amount depends on the category of accident or injury and the supporting medical evidence. The Mandi Samiti-level assistance committee examines the claim and determines the eligible amount under the applicable scheme rules.
Eligibility Conditions Required to be Fulfilled
The Mukhyamantri Krishak Sathi Sahayata Yojana provides accident assistance to eligible people involved in agricultural and agricultural marketing activities in Rajasthan. To receive financial assistance, the applicant must belong to a covered category, and the accident must meet the scheme’s conditions.
Who Is Covered
- Farmers: Eligible farmers in Rajasthan
- Agricultural labourers: Workers engaged in farm-related activities
- Licensed mandi workers: Hammals, palledars and other eligible workers holding a licence issued by the Mandi Samiti
- Dependent family members: Eligible dependents of a person who dies in a covered accident can submit a claim
Which Accidents Are Covered
- Accidents occurring during agricultural work, including incidents involving threshers, tractors or chaff cutters
- Electric shocks suffered while carrying out agricultural activities
- Snakebites, camel bites or bites from poisonous insects or animals while working in the fields
- Accidents occurring during agricultural marketing activities
- Accidents involving hammals, palledars or other eligible workers while performing their duties within mandi premises
What Is Not Covered
- Death or disability caused by illness or natural causes
- Suicide or self-inflicted injuries
- Accidents unrelated to agricultural or agricultural marketing activities
Important Conditions
- The applicant must provide supporting evidence, such as an FIR, post-mortem report or medical certificate, as applicable to the case
- The claim must be submitted through the prescribed process involving the concerned Mandi Samiti and the Raj Kisan portal
- Applicants should submit their claims as soon as possible and follow the applicable deadline prescribed by the department or Mandi Samiti
Documents Required to be Attached
The documents required under the Mukhyamantri Krishak Sathi Sahayata Yojana depend on the type of accident and the claim being submitted. For example, an accidental death claim requires different documents from an injury claim. Special provisions also apply to deaths caused by snakebites, poisonous animal bites or camel bites. Since applicants submit their claims online through the Raj Kisan portal, keep clear scanned copies of the relevant documents ready before starting the application.
Common Documents for All Claims
- Jan Aadhaar Card: Family Jan Aadhaar details, as the application is submitted through Jan Aadhaar
- Aadhaar Cards: Aadhaar Card of the victim and the claimant
- Registered mobile number: Mobile number linked with Jan Aadhaar for OTP verification
- Bank account details: Claimant’s bank account number and IFSC code
- Witness details: Name, address and mobile number of a person who witnessed the accident
- Accident details: Date, time, place and cause of the accident
Documents Based on the Type of Case
| Type of Case | Documents Required |
|---|---|
| Accidental death | FIR report, post-mortem report and death certificate |
| Death due to snakebite, poisonous animal bite or camel bite | Certificate issued by a Government doctor and a panchnama signed by a Government doctor are also accepted |
| Injury or loss of a body part | Medical certificate issued by a Medical Officer describing the nature of the injury |
| Mandi worker (hammal or palledar) | Licence issued by the Mandi Samiti, along with the required medical certificate |
Additional Documents for Family Claims
- Proof of relationship with the deceased: For example, the family record available in Jan Aadhaar
- Bank account details: Account details of the eligible dependent who will receive the assistance amount
How Beneficiaries Can Apply to Avail the Benefit of this Scheme
Farmers, agricultural labourers and eligible mandi workers can submit claims under the Mukhyamantri Krishak Sathi Sahayata Yojana through the Raj Kisan portal using their Jan Aadhaar details. Applicants can complete the process themselves or get help from a nearby e-Mitra centre. After submission, the assistance committee of the concerned Mandi Samiti examines the claim and decides whether the applicant qualifies for financial assistance.
Apply Online Through Raj Kisan Portal
Step 1: Visit the official Raj Kisan portal and look for the application option for the Mukhyamantri Krishak Sathi Sahayata Yojana.
Step 2: Enter your Jan Aadhaar number and select the family member who is submitting the claim.
Step 3: Enter the OTP sent to the mobile number linked with Jan Aadhaar to verify your details.
Step 4: Select the scheme and the relevant Mandi Samiti for your area. Then enter the required address details.
Step 5: Choose whether you are applying for an accidental death or an injury claim. Select the relevant cause, such as electric shock, snakebite, camel bite, poisonous insect bite or another covered accident.
Step 6: Enter the date, time and place of the accident. Briefly explain what happened and how the accident occurred.
Step 7: Fill in the victim’s and claimant’s details. Select the applicable injury category and enter the claim information requested by the portal.
Step 8: Enter the claimant’s bank account number and IFSC code carefully so the department can transfer the approved assistance to the correct account.
Step 9: Provide the witness’s name, address and mobile number, as required by the application form.
Step 10: Upload the documents requested for your case, such as the FIR, post-mortem report or medical certificate. Check that the files are clear and readable before submitting the application.
Step 11: Review all the information and submit the form. Save or print the submitted application and acknowledgement for future reference. Use the portal’s available status-checking facility to follow your claim.
Apply Through an e-Mitra Centre
Step 1: Visit your nearest e-Mitra centre with your Jan Aadhaar details, mobile phone and the documents related to the accident.
Step 2: Tell the operator that you want to submit a claim under the Mukhyamantri Krishak Sathi Sahayata Yojana.
Step 3: Provide the required details and enter or share the OTP through the prescribed verification process to complete the application.
Step 4: Check the information entered by the operator and ensure that the required documents have been uploaded. Collect the printed application or acknowledgement and keep it safe.
What Happens After You Submit Your Application
Step 1: The Mandi Samiti-level assistance committee examines your application, supporting documents and accident details.
Step 2: If any document or information is missing, the concerned authority may ask you to provide the required details before processing the claim further.
Step 3: Once the documents are complete and the claim is approved, the Mandi Secretary arranges payment according to the applicable scheme procedure. The stated payment timeline is 15 days after the required documents are complete.
Step 4: The approved financial assistance is transferred directly to the claimant’s bank account.
Important: Submit your claim as soon as possible after the accident and confirm the applicable deadline with your Mandi Samiti. For additional guidance, read the official Raj Kisan application manual.
Important Links Available of the Scheme
- Raj Kisan portal for filing Krishak Sathi Sahayata claims
- Official Raj Kisan application manual for the scheme (PDF)
- Rajasthan State Agricultural Marketing Board
- Mukhyamantri Krishak Sathi Sahayata Yojana details, DIPR Rajasthan
- Jan Aadhaar integrated schemes list, Government of Rajasthan
Contact Details in Case of Help Needed
- Department: Directorate of Agricultural Marketing and Rajasthan State Agricultural Marketing Board, Jaipur
- Claim Processing: Secretary of the Krishi Upaj Mandi Samiti in your area
- District Level: Office of the Deputy Director, Agricultural Marketing
- Application Help: Nearest e-Mitra centre
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Ans. The Mukhyamantri Krishak Sathi Sahayata Yojana is a Rajasthan Government scheme that provides financial assistance ranging from Rs. 5,000 to Rs. 2 lakh to eligible farmers, agricultural labourers and licensed mandi workers who suffer injuries or die in covered accidents during agricultural or agricultural marketing activities.
Ans. The scheme was previously known as the Rajiv Gandhi Krishak Sathi Sahayata Yojana. The Rajasthan Government renamed it in 2024.
Ans. An eligible dependent of the deceased can receive Rs. 2 lakh under the scheme.
Ans. The scheme provides Rs. 2 lakh for a covered spinal fracture or a head injury resulting in a coma. The assistance amount for these cases increased from Rs. 50,000 to Rs. 2 lakh in 2024.
Ans. Eligible farmers, agricultural labourers and licensed hammals, palledars or other labourers covered by the scheme can claim assistance for qualifying accidents. If the accident results in death, an eligible dependent can submit the claim.
Ans. The Agriculture Marketing Department implements the scheme through the Rajasthan State Agricultural Marketing Board and the concerned Krishi Upaj Mandi Samitis.
Ans. You can submit your claim online through the official Raj Kisan portal using your Jan Aadhaar details. You can also visit a nearby e-Mitra centre for assistance with the application.
Ans. Not in every case. For deaths caused by snakebite, poisonous animal bites or camel bites, the applicable provisions may allow a Government doctor’s certificate and a panchnama signed by a Government doctor instead of a post-mortem report.
Ans. No. The scheme covers eligible accidents related to agricultural or agricultural marketing activities. Death or injury caused by illness and suicide is not covered under the provisions described here.
Ans. The stated payment timeline is 15 days after all required documents are complete, subject to the applicable scheme provisions and claim approval.
Ans. The assistance committee at the level of the concerned Mandi Samiti examines the application and decides the claim according to the applicable scheme rules.
Ans. No. These are two different schemes. The Mukhyamantri Krishak Sathi Sahayata Yojana provides accident-related financial assistance under the Agriculture Marketing Department, whereas the Mukhyamantri Krashak Saathi Yojana is a separate scheme associated with the Agriculture Department.
Ans. The scheme does not charge a premium for providing assistance. However, if you apply through an e-Mitra centre, the centre may charge the applicable service fee.
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