What you get
Under the Mandi Act of Uttarakhand, farmers, agricultural labourers, and Mandi labourers working in Mandi areas regulated by the state, who are engaged in agricultural activities or the operation of agricultural equipment such as power equipment, digging or deepening wells and ponds for irrigation, using tractors for threshing or transporting produce, or performing other fieldwork are covered under the scheme operated by the Mandi Marketing Board through Mandi Committees. In case of physical injury or death resulting from an accident, the scheme provides them with compensation.
Who can apply
Required Paperwork
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Income Certificate
- Residence Proof (Domicile)
Common Questions
Who is eligible for this scheme?
Residents of Uttarakhand engaged in agricultural work or operating agricultural equipment in Mandi areas are eligible. The minimum age for claiming assistance is 18 years.
What types of accidents are covered under the scheme?
Accidents occurring during agricultural work, operation of agricultural machinery, digging or deepening wells and ponds, using tractors for threshing or transporting produce, or while working in the field are covered.
How soon must an accident be reported?
The affected farmer/laborer must report the accident to the local market committee or district officer as soon as possible, and within 45 days of the incident.
Who conducts the investigation after an accident report is submitted?
An investigation is conducted by the individual submitting the report or a designated market committee employee within 15 days of receiving the report.
How should the claim form be filled?
The claim form must be completely filled out, signed by the applicant, and include the left or right thumb impression. If thumbs are missing, other fingerprints as specified may be used.
Who approves and sanctions the claim?
After scrutiny by the Secretary, the claim form along with recommendations is sent to the Chairman/Administrator for approval. The claim is also reviewed by Revenue Department officials before approval.
How is the payment processed after approval?
Once approved, the claim form is sent to the Managing Director of the Uttarakhand Agricultural Produce Marketing Board. The Mandi Board prepares a draft of the claim amount in the claimant’s name and sends it to the concerned Mandi Secretary for payment.