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Creation of Modern Facilities in Market Committee: Scheme to provide assistance foe setting up modern facilities in Market Committee

This scheme has been introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Dept., Gujarat. It aims to provide financial assistance to Market Committees for setting up modern facilities, improving agricultural infrastructure, and enhancing the competitiveness of agricultural markets.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Gujarat

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Name of the ComponentStandard of Assistance1) Sales cum exhibition centre; 2) Shed/platform for farmers; 3) Demonstration farm for drip irrigation; 4) Information kiosk in vegetable market100% of project cost to all types of market committees up to a limit of ₹50,00,000/-5) Soil testing laboratory; 6) Water system like borewell, tube well, water cooler, water cooler with RO plant, overhead tank, underground tank etc.; 7) Solar light system25% of the project cost to "A'' and "B" class market committees and 50% of the project cost to Class "C" and "D" Market Committees (Within a limit of ₹50,00,000/-)

Who can apply

All Market Committees of Gujarat State shall be eligible for this scheme.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

What is the objective of this scheme?

The objective of this scheme is to enhance the infrastructure of agricultural markets in Gujarat to ensure better market access, fair pricing, and improved facilities for farmers.

Who is eligible for this scheme?

Only Market Committees in Gujarat are eligible to apply.

What kind of financial assistance is provided?

The scheme offers 100% assistance up to [?]50,00,000/- for certain projects and 25%-50% assistance for others, depending on the classification of the Market Committee.

What projects are covered under this scheme?

Projects like sales-cum-exhibition centers, farmer sheds, drip irrigation demonstration farms, information kiosks, soil testing laboratories, water systems, and solar light systems are covered.

Can individual farmers apply for this scheme?

No, the scheme is only for Market Committees, not individual farmers.

Is there any preference given to certain Market Committees?

Assistance percentages vary based on the classification of Market Committees (A, B, C, D).

Are private markets eligible under this scheme?

No, only registered Market Committees of Gujarat can apply.

What is the process to apply for financial assistance?

Market Committees need to submit a development plan and proposal through the Deputy Director and District Registrar, Co-operative Societies.