The Chhattisgarh government has started keeping its promise to buy paddy at Rs 3100 per quintal to support farmers. To increase the areas where paddy is purchased and give extra benefits to farmers, the Krishak Unnati Yojana has been launched. This scheme matches the promise made by PM Narendra Modi during elections to buy paddy at Rs 3100 per quintal from farmers in the state.
This article has all the details about the bonus amount, maximum paddy purchase limit per farmer, and how to apply. Keep reading to know everything about the Chhattisgarh 3100 Rs Dhan Kharid 2025 scheme and how it can help you as a farmer.
Chhattisgarh 3100 Rs Dhan Kharid Krishak Unnati Yojana 2025 Details
The BJP government in Chhattisgarh is buying paddy from farmers at Rs 3100 per quintal as promised. Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai has approved this rate, making sure farmers get bonus payments under the Krishak Unnati Yojana. Like earlier schemes such as the Rajiv Gandhi Kisan Nyay Yojana that gave bonus payments to farmers at MSP rates, this new plan guarantees the support price with an extra bonus.
Farmers can sell their paddy to the government easily at the Rs 3100 per quintal rate without any issues.
Scheme Overview
| Article Name | Chhattisgarh 3100 Rs Dhan Kharid |
| Scheme Name | Krishak Unnati Yojana |
| Launched By | Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai |
| Department | Food and Civil Supplies Department |
| Beneficiaries | Farmers of Chhattisgarh |
| Objective | To buy paddy and provide bonus amount to farmers |
| Paddy Purchase Rate | Rs 3100 per quintal |
| State | Chhattisgarh |
| Application Process | Online (Official website to be launched soon) |
How Much Bonus Will Farmers Get?
The Central Government set the minimum support price (MSP) for paddy at Rs 2183 per quintal for the Kharif season 2024-25. Chhattisgarh Government will buy paddy at Rs 3100 per quintal as promised during elections. The difference of Rs 970 per quintal will be given to farmers as a bonus under the Krishak Unnati Yojana.
Each farmer can sell up to 21 quintals of paddy per acre. For this, farmers will get a maximum bonus of Rs 19,257 per acre under the scheme.
Increased Benefit to Farmers Compared to Before
This year, the government plans to buy 130 lakh metric tonnes of paddy, aiming to pay nearly Rs 40,000 crore to farmers on MSP basis. Earlier, the limit was 15 quintals per acre, which is now increased to 21 quintals.
At Rs 3100 per quintal, farmers will earn Rs 23,355 more profit per acre. The total amount received per acre by farmers selling 21 quintals at Rs 3100 will be Rs 65,100, which is much higher than before.
Registration and Purchase Status
Paddy purchase under this scheme started from 1st November. Food and Civil Supplies Department set the maximum purchase at 21 quintals per acre. Farmers who sold paddy at MSP earlier will also benefit from the 21 quintal limit.
26.86 lakh farmers have registered to sell paddy at MSP. The registered paddy covers 33.15 lakh hectares. About 9.25 lakh farmers have already sold 42.20 lakh metric tonnes of paddy at MSP.
Government Instructions for Smooth Paddy Sale
Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai told officials to make sure no problems happen during paddy sale. All procurement centers will have enough facilities. Farmers will receive Rs 3,716.38 crore as bonus for 2 years of arrears on December 25, Atal Jayanti.
Benefits and Features of Krishak Unnati Yojana
- Farmers get the correct price and full payment for paddy under this scheme.
- Up to 21 quintals per acre will be purchased at Rs 3100 per quintal.
- The amount will be directly transferred to farmers’ bank accounts.
- Farmers’ income improves with this bonus.
- Cash withdrawal counters will be set up in all panchayats for payments.
- Farmers can sell their crops without any trouble at this assured price.
Eligibility for Krishak Unnati Yojana
- Applicant should be a permanent resident of Chhattisgarh.
- Only farmers can get the scheme benefits.
- Applicant must be growing paddy.
- Bank account linked with Aadhaar card is required.
Required Documents
- Aadhaar card
- Proof of residence
- Income certificate
- Land documents
- Bank passbook
- Mobile number
- Passport size photo
How to Apply for Krishak Unnati Yojana 2025?
Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai has approved the Rs 3100 per quintal paddy purchase rate, but the official website for online applications under Krishak Unnati Yojana is not live yet. Farmers need to wait a bit longer. Once the official site is up, you will be able to apply online to sell your paddy at the guaranteed Rs 3100 rate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Under which scheme is the paddy purchased at Rs 3100 in Chhattisgarh?
A: It is done under the Krishak Unnati Yojana.
Q: How much paddy will the government purchase from each farmer?
A: The government will buy up to 21 quintals per acre under this scheme.