West Bengal’s farmers were long denied access to the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme the central government’s program that gives farmers ₹6,000 per year. Under the previous TMC government, the state refused to share farmer data with the central government, blocking millions of West Bengal farmers from receiving this benefit.
Now, with the BJP in power in West Bengal, that barrier is expected to be removed. And with the state government adding its own top-up (পশ্চিমবঙ্গ সরকারের নিজস্ব অবদান) total annual benefits for eligible farmers could reach ₹9,000 per year.
What Is PM Kisan Samman Nidhi?
PM Kisan Samman Nidhi is a central government scheme launched in 2019 under Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Under this scheme, eligible small and marginal farmers receive ₹6,000 per year in three equal installments of ₹2,000 each directly into their bank accounts through DBT.
Over 11 crore farmers across India receive this benefit. West Bengal was one of the few states where farmers were blocked from accessing it, due to the previous state government’s refusal to cooperate with data sharing.
Why Were West Bengal Farmers Denied PM Kisan?
The PM Kisan scheme requires state governments to verify and upload farmer data to the central portal. The TMC government refused to do this, citing political disagreements with the central government.
As a result, while farmers in Bihar, UP, Rajasthan and other states received ₹6,000 per year, West Bengal’s farmers got nothing (এটি ছিল পশ্চিমবঙ্গের কৃষকদের সাথে বড় অবিচার).
What Changes Under the BJP in West Bengal?
With the BJP forming the West Bengal government, the following changes are expected:
- The state government will cooperate with the PM Kisan data verification
- Eligible West Bengal farmers will be registered on the PM Kisan portal
- Central ₹6,000 per year payments will begin flowing to West Bengal farmers
- The BJP state government is expected to add a state top-up of ₹3,000 per year
- Total annual benefit: ₹9,000 per year — কেন্দ্র ও রাজ্য মিলিয়ে নয় হাজার টাকা
How Much Will Farmers Get?
| Source | Annual Amount | Instalments |
|---|---|---|
| PM Kisan (Central Govt) | ₹6,000 | 3 x ₹2,000 |
| State Top-up (BJP Govt WB) | ₹3,000 | TBC |
| Total | ₹9,000 |
All payments come through DBT — সরাসরি ব্যাংক অ্যাকাউন্টে — with no middlemen involved.
Who Is Eligible for PM Kisan in West Bengal?
Eligibility follows the national PM Kisan criteria:
- Must be a farmer with cultivable land in their name
- Land must be within West Bengal
- Must be a small or marginal farmer (land holding up to 2 hectares)
- Must not be a current or former government employee
- Must not be a taxpayer in the previous assessment year
- Must not hold constitutional posts or be a registered professional (doctor, engineer, etc.)
How to Register for PM Kisan in West Bengal
The full registration process will be announced by the BJP government. The expected steps are:
- Visit the official PM Kisan portal: pmkisan.gov.in or the West Bengal state portal
- Click on “New Farmer Registration”
- Enter your Aadhaar number and verify with OTP
- Enter land details and bank account information
- Submit for state-level verification
- After approval, installments will begin in the next payment cycle
Documents Needed for PM Kisan Registration
- Aadhaar Card
- Land ownership documents (khatian / patta)
- Bank account passbook (Aadhaar-linked)
- West Bengal domicile proof
- Mobile number linked to Aadhaar
Frequently Asked Questions
How much money will West Bengal farmers receive under PM Kisan?
Eligible farmers are expected to receive ₹6,000 per year from the central PM Kisan scheme along with a proposed ₹3,000 state top-up from the BJP government, taking the total to ₹9,000 annually.
Why didn’t West Bengal farmers get PM Kisan before?
The previous TMC government refused to share farmer data with the central government, which prevented many farmers in West Bengal from receiving PM Kisan benefits.
Is the ₹3,000 West Bengal government top-up officially confirmed?
The ₹3,000 state contribution was announced as part of BJP’s election promise. However, the official government notification is still awaited.
Who is eligible for PM Kisan in West Bengal?
Farmers with cultivable land in their name who meet the PM Kisan eligibility criteria will be able to apply. Government employees, taxpayers, and certain professionals may not qualify.
What documents are required for PM Kisan registration?
Expected documents include Aadhaar Card, land ownership documents, Aadhaar-linked bank account passbook, West Bengal domicile proof, and a mobile number linked with Aadhaar.
How will the PM Kisan money be transferred?
All PM Kisan payments will be transferred directly to the beneficiary’s bank account through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system.
When will PM Kisan registration start in West Bengal?
The official registration process has not started yet. The BJP government is expected to announce registration dates and portal details soon.
Final Thoughts
For West Bengal’s farmers, BJP’s arrival in power brings the promise of something they have waited years for (কৃষকদের দীর্ঘ প্রতীক্ষার অবসান). Access to PM Kisan, combined with a state top-up, means ₹9,000 per year in their hands.
This is separate from the Bharosa Card schemes but equally significant for rural West Bengal. Bookmark this page for updates on the registration process.
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