The central and state governments run several schemes for farmers. This benefits crores of farmers across the country. The farmers work hard for their crop for several months and they get profit on it after the crop is ripened.
Many times it has been seen that the hard work of the farmers goes waste, sometimes the crops are destroyed due to floods or heavy rains.
Also, crop insurance scheme was started by the Central Government for such farmers. In which crores of farmers register every year. In this scheme, farmers pay less premium and insure their crops. If there is any damage to the crop, then they get full compensation.
To avail this scheme, you have to first enroll in insurance, for this you can apply by visiting the official website. Farmers with credit card beneficiaries can register by going to the bank.
In case of crop failure, you will have to inform the Agriculture Department within 72 hours, after which you will be asked for all kinds of information. If the claim is found correct then you will get insurance.