Krishak Bandhu
West Bengal government · ongoing · since 2019
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Krishak Bandhu is a West Bengal government scheme dating from 2019; its current status is ongoing. West Bengal Agriculture Department scheme that pays farmers up to ₹10,000 a year in two seasonal (Kharif and Rabi) instalments, pro rata for holdings under one acre, with a minimum of ₹4,000. It also pays a one-time ₹2 lakh to the family of a registered farmer who dies aged 18–60. Launched in January 2019 and recast as Krishak Bandhu (Natun) in June 2021.
↗ Check status (enrol at block agriculture office) — krishakbandhu.wb.gov.in↗ Official source — krishakbandhu.wb.gov.in
Projects & Initiatives 1 ongoing
Frequently asked questions
What is Krishak Bandhu?
West Bengal Agriculture Department scheme that pays farmers up to ₹10,000 a year in two seasonal (Kharif and Rabi) instalments, pro rata for holdings under one acre, with a minimum of ₹4,000. It also pays a one-time ₹2 lakh to the family of a registered farmer who dies aged 18–60. Launched in January 2019 and recast as Krishak Bandhu (Natun) in June 2021.
What is the official website of Krishak Bandhu?
The official source for Krishak Bandhu is krishakbandhu.wb.gov.in.
How do I apply for Krishak Bandhu?
Apply or check eligibility on the official portal, krishakbandhu.wb.gov.in. It is free on the government portal — you do not need an agent.
When did Krishak Bandhu start?
Krishak Bandhu dates from 2019.
What is the current status of Krishak Bandhu?
Krishak Bandhu is ongoing.
What is the budget of Krishak Bandhu?
₹4,625 crore for farmer assistance (₹2,925 cr general + ₹1,200 cr SC sub-plan + ₹500 cr tribal sub-plan), plus ₹800 crore for the death-benefit grant · West Bengal Budget 2026–27 (BE)
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