YSR Matsyakara Bharosa Scheme 2025 is a financial support program for fishermen in Andhra Pradesh. This scheme helps fishermen by giving them direct cash assistance during the fishing ban seasons. Here, you will get information about the scheme benefits, how to check your payment status, and how to see if your name is on the beneficiary list.
YSR Matsyakara Bharosa Scheme 2025 Highlights
On World Fisheries Day, the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, YSR Jagan Mohan Reddy, announced the YSR Matsyakara Bharosa Scheme at Mummidivaram in the East Godavari district. Under this scheme, around 1,32,332 fishermen aged between 21 and 60 will get Rs 10,000 each annually during the fishing ban period (April to June). The diesel subsidy for fishermen has been raised from Rs 6.03 to Rs 9 per litre for 10 months, covering both mechanized (300 litres) and motorized vessels (3000 litres).
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Latest Update on YSR Matsyakara Bharosa (May 16, 2024)
For the sixth year in a row, Chief Minister Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy will release the scheme funds at Nizampatnam, Bapatla district. A total of Rs 123.52 crore will be deposited into bank accounts of 1,23,519 fisherman families as support for the fishing ban period (April 15 to June 14), paying Rs 10,000 per household.
Also, Rs 108 crore will be directly transferred to 23,458 fishermen families in Konaseema and Kakinada districts who lost their livelihood due to ONGC pipeline construction.
Since the YSRCP government began, a total of Rs 538 crore has been given as financial support under this scheme. Each fisherman family has received around Rs 50,000 in total, Rs 10,000 every year.
How YSR Matsyakara Bharosa Scheme Works
The Andhra Pradesh government will set up integrated water labs at 46 locations with a budget of Rs 56.53 crore. These labs will test water quality, sand, fish feed, and seeds to help fish farmers. About Rs 720 crore is allocated to provide electricity to 53,550 fish farmers at Rs 1.50 per unit.
The government also offers fishing rights on rivers for rent at a low fee. It provides subsidies on inputs and releases fingerlings into rivers to increase fish breeding.
Main Details of YSR Matsyakara Bharosa Scheme
| Name | AP YSR Matsyakara Bharosa Scheme |
| Launched By | YSR Jagan Mohan Reddy |
| Beneficiaries | Fishermen of Andhra Pradesh |
| Objective | Provide financial help and improve facilities for fishermen |
| Official Website | https://www.ap.gov.in/ |
Benefits of YSR Matsyakara Bharosa Scheme
- Financial help of Rs 10,000 per household during the annual fishing ban. Earlier it was Rs 4,000.
- The scheme covers Mummidivaram area in East Godavari district.
- Diesel subsidy raised to Rs 9 per litre from earlier Rs 6.03 per litre.
- About 1,32,332 families will benefit through this scheme.
- Ex-gratia compensation for fishermen who died during fishing increased from Rs 5 lakh to Rs 10 lakh (applies to 18 to 60 years age group).
Who Can Apply? Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a fisherman by profession.
- Must be a resident of Andhra Pradesh.
Documents Needed
- Aadhar Card
- Voter ID Card
- Passport size photo
- Occupation certificate
How to Apply for YSR Matsyakara Bharosa Scheme
- Go to the official Andhra Pradesh government website.
- Find and click on the notification link for YSR Matsyakara Bharosa Scheme.
- Read the instructions carefully on the page.
- Fill in the registration form with the required details.
- Upload the required documents.
- Submit your application.
Check Beneficiary List of Matsyakara Bharosa Scheme
All fishermen in Andhra Pradesh who meet the eligibility can apply for this scheme. Once approved, Rs 10,000 will be directly sent to their bank accounts during the off-season for fishing.