Compensation for Loss of Life and Property Caused by Wild Animals in and around Forest Areas: Assistance for Crop Losses Due to Wild Animal Attacks

About This Scheme

The scheme “Assistance for Crop Losses Due to Wild Animal Attacks” is a sub-component of the umbrella scheme “Compensation for Loss of Life and Property Caused by Wild Animals in and Around Forest Areas”, which is implemented by the Department of Forest, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to farmers for crop losses caused by wild animals in forest areas and their surrounding regions, thereby mitigating economic losses and supporting farmers’ livelihoods.

Eligibility

1. The applicant must be a resident of Uttarakhand. 1. The compensation is applicable for crop damage caused by wild elephants, wild boars, nilgai, kakar, sambar, chital, and monkeys.

Benefits

At present, the following compensation amounts are provided in the event of crop damage caused by wild animal attacks: Type of Agricultural CropTotal Amount Payable (per Acre)Share of Human Wildlife Conflict Relief Distribution FundSugarcane (Entire Crop)₹25,000/- per acre₹25,000/- per acrePaddy/Wheat/Oilseeds (Entire Crop)₹15,000/- per acre₹15,000/- per acreIn case of damage to all types of crops other than those mentioned above (Entire Crop)₹8,000/- per acre₹8,000/- per acre

How to Apply

Where This Comes From

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