80% Subsidy on Drip and Mini Sprinkler Irrigation in Bihar

Key Highlights:

• The Bihar government offers an 80% subsidy on drip and sprinkler systems.

• Scheme under PM Krishi Sinchai Yojana (2025–26).

• Helps save water and reduce irrigation costs.

• Boosts crop yield with modern irrigation techniques.

• Apply online at horticulture.bihar.gov.in.

To promote water-saving irrigation systems and improve crop yield, the Bihar government is offering up to 80% subsidy to farmers on drip and mini sprinkler irrigation techniques under the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana (PMKSY), Micro Irrigation 2025–26.

This scheme is being implemented by the Directorate of Horticulture, Department of Agriculture, Bihar, to help farmers irrigate their fields efficiently using modern irrigation technologies.

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Why This Scheme Matters

Bihar often faces extreme weather conditions. While some parts of the state get flooded during the rainy season, others face severe water shortages in summer, causing heavy crop losses. To solve these problems and promote water conservation, the government is encouraging the use of drip and sprinkler systems, which use much less water and improve productivity.

What Farmers Will Get

Under this scheme, farmers who apply and are selected will receive:

• Up to 80% subsidy on the total cost of drip irrigation systems

• Up to 80% subsidy on mini sprinkler systems

This financial support aims to reduce irrigation costs and help farmers get higher crop yields at a lower investment.

Benefits of Drip Irrigation

• Water reaches plant roots drop by drop, reducing water loss.

• Saves water and fertilizers by preventing wastage.

• Helps irrigate uneven lands and areas with less water.

• Reduces overall farming costs and improves yield.

• Suitable for horticulture and fruit crops.

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Benefits of Mini Sprinkler Irrigation

• Sprays water over crops through small sprinkler heads.

• Distributes water evenly with the help of riser pipes.

• Ideal for vegetables and horticultural crops.

• Helps in spraying fertilizers and pesticides effectively.

• Works well in water-scarce regions and covers more area using less water.

How to Apply for the Scheme

Interested farmers can apply online through the Bihar Horticulture Department’s official website.

Step-by-step process:

1. Visit the official website:
   https://horticulture.bihar.gov.in/Home.aspx

2. Click on “Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana” under the scheme section.

3. Choose to apply for “Individual Drip Irrigation” or “Mini Sprinkler Subsidy”.

4. Fill out the online registration form with the correct details.

5. Submit the form after entering all the required information.

After successful submission, the application will be reviewed, and eligible farmers will be selected for the subsidy benefit.

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CMV360 Says

This initiative by the Bihar government under the PM Krishi Sinchai Yojana is a major step towards smart and sustainable agriculture. Farmers should take full advantage of the 80% subsidy being offered and apply soon to ensure water efficiency, reduced farming costs, and better crop production.

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