What you get
The scheme provides drinking water facilities through the installation of hand pumps in areas facing water scarcity.
Who can apply
The applicant must be a farmer, villager, village head, or public representative from Uttarakhand.
Required Paperwork
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Income Certificate
- Residence Proof (Domicile)
Common Questions
Who is eligible for the Hand Pump scheme?
Villagers and farmers living in rural areas that require drinking water facilities are eligible.
Which areas are covered under this scheme?
The scheme covers rural areas where there is a genuine need for drinking water facilities.
How is the demand for a hand pump identified?
The demand is identified through requests from farmers, villagers, and village heads or public representatives.
Who approves the proposal for a hand pump installation?
The Mandi Committee approves the proposal based on the Mandi Vikas Nidhi, and the Marketing Board gives consent from the Central Mandi Fund.
Who grants administrative and financial approval?
The Managing Director of the Uttarakhand Agricultural Produce Marketing Board grants administrative and financial approval.
What is the funding source for the scheme?
Funding comes from the Mandi Vikas Nidhi and the Central Mandi Fund.