Mumbai, June 19: Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a significant visit to Varanasi yesterday, June 18, his first to his constituency since beginning his third consecutive term in office. The highlight of his visit was the PM Kisan Samman Sammelan, where he released a substantial Rs 20,000 crore as part of the 17th instalment of the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana for over 9.26 crore farmers. This event marks a continued effort to support and uplift the agricultural community through the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme, which has been pivotal in providing financial assistance to Small and Marginal Farmers (SMFs) across India. PM Narendra Modi Attends ‘Ganga Aarti’, Offers Prayers at Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi (Watch Videos).

In addition to financial aid, PM Modi distributed certificates to more than 30,000 self-help groups trained as Krishi Sakhis, who will serve as para-extension workers on agricultural lands. This move is aimed at enhancing agricultural productivity and sustainability. The PM-KISAN scheme, launched in 2019, provides Rs 6,000 annually to eligible farmers, directly transferred to their bank accounts in three equal instalments. The scheme has become a cornerstone of the government's strategy to support farmers. Let's understand how PM-KISAN works and the processes involved for beneficiaries. PM Modi in Varanasi: In Surprise Visit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi Reviews Work at Upcoming Stadium and Sports Complex in Kashi (See Pics).

Steps to Check Beneficiary Status

  1. Visit the Official Website: Go to the PM-KISAN official website: pmkisan.gov.in.

  2. Access the Beneficiary Status Page: On the homepage, locate the "Farmers Corner" section.

  3. Click on "Beneficiary Status": Click on the 'Beneficiary Status' option under the 'Farmers Corner' section.

  4. Enter Your Details: Fill in your Aadhaar number or bank account number in the provided fields.

  5. Submit Information: Click the "Get Data" button to submit your information.

  6. View Status: Your beneficiary status will be displayed on the screen once the system processes your request and checks the PM-KISAN database for your details.

Reasons for Rejection

Beneficiary status under the PM-KISAN scheme can be rejected for several reasons. Here are the common rejection reasons:

  1. Duplicate Beneficiary Name: The name appears more than once in the database.

  2. KYC Not Complete: The Know Your Customer (KYC) process has not been completed.

  3. Exclusion Category: The farmer belongs to an exclusion category that is not eligible for the scheme.

  4. Wrong IFSC Code: An incorrect Indian Financial System Code (IFSC) was entered in the application form.

  5. Invalid or Closed Bank Account: The bank account provided is closed, invalid, transferred, blocked, or frozen.

  6. Aadhaar Not Linked to Bank Account: The beneficiary’s Aadhaar card is not linked to the bank account.

  7. Missing Mandatory Fields: Required fields in the application form are not filled out correctly.

  8. Invalid Bank or Post Office Name: The bank or post office name provided is incorrect.

  9. Mismatch in Account and Aadhaar: Both the bank account number and Aadhaar number are invalid or do not belong to the beneficiary.

The PM-KISAN scheme, launched in 2019, continues to be a cornerstone initiative in the government's strategy to uplift small and marginal farmers. Its direct transfer mechanism of Rs 6,000 annually in three instalments directly into the beneficiaries' bank accounts has streamlined financial aid delivery. As farmers navigate the complexities of checking their beneficiary status online, it is crucial to address common rejection reasons such as incomplete KYC, invalid account details, and eligibility issues.

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jun 19, 2024 03:38 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).