Haryana Mera Pani Meri Virasat Scheme

Scheme Introduction: A Brief Overview

Haryana Mera Pani Meri Virasat Scheme is an important crop diversification initiative launched by the Haryana Government to address the rapidly declining groundwater level in the state. Haryana is one of the largest paddy-producing states in India, but continuous cultivation of water-intensive crops such as paddy has created serious pressure on groundwater resources. To tackle this issue, the government introduced the Mera Paani Meri Virasat Scheme to encourage farmers to shift towards alternative crops that require less water and provide sustainable farming opportunities.

The scheme operates under the broader Crop Diversification Programme and promotes the cultivation of crops such as maize, cotton, pulses, oilseeds, vegetables, fodder crops, horticulture crops, and agro-forestry plants instead of paddy cultivation. Through this initiative, the government aims to conserve groundwater, improve soil fertility, reduce environmental stress, restore the declining water table, reduce soil fatigue and pollution, and create a balanced agricultural system in Haryana.

Under the scheme, farmers cultivating alternative low water-consuming crops instead of paddy receive financial assistance of Rs. 8000 per acre. The Haryana Government also provides an additional bonus of Rs. 2,000 per acre to farmers cultivating cotton, pulses, and oilseed crops in place of paddy cultivation.

Farmers who leave their fields fallow instead of cultivating paddy are also eligible for benefits under the scheme. The scheme not only provides financial assistance but also promotes modern agricultural techniques, water-saving technologies, soil health improvement measures, awareness campaigns, training programmes, cluster demonstrations, Kisan Melas, and distribution of DHaincha seeds for improving soil quality.

Registration on the official "Meri Fasal Mera Byora" portal is mandatory for receiving benefits under the Haryana Mera Paani Meri Virasat Scheme. The Haryana Government started registration for the Kharif season 2026 from 20 May 2026 through the portal.

The main objective of Haryana Mera Paani Meri Virasat Scheme is to promote sustainable agriculture, encourage crop diversification, improve farmers' income, conserve natural resources, and enable farmers to adopt environmentally friendly farming practices for future generations.

Scheme Benefits

• Farmers receive Rs. 8000 per acre for shifting from paddy cultivation to alternative crops.
• Farmers cultivating cotton, pulses, and oilseed crops receive an additional Rs. 2000 per acre bonus.
• Farmers leaving land fallow instead of growing paddy are also eligible for benefits under the scheme.
• The scheme promotes the cultivation of low water-consuming crops such as
  • maize,
  • cotton,
  • pulses,
  • oilseeds,
  • vegetables,
  • fodder crops,
  • horticulture crops, and
  • agro-forestry plants like Poplar and Safeda.
• Farmers receive support for water-saving farming techniques and sustainable agriculture practices.
• Training programmes, awareness camps, Kisan Melas, and crop demonstrations are organised for farmers.
• DHaincha seeds are distributed to improve soil health and fertility.
• The scheme helps conserve groundwater and promotes sustainable farming in Haryana.

Eligibility Requirements

• Applicant must be a permanent resident farmer of Haryana.
• Farmers should cultivate agricultural land in Haryana.
• Applicant must shift from paddy cultivation to approved low water-consuming crops.
• Farmers cultivating maize, pulses, cotton, oilseeds, vegetables, fodder crops, horticulture crops, and agro-forestry plants may become eligible.
• Farmers leaving land fallow instead of cultivating paddy may also receive benefits.
• Registration on the Meri Fasal Mera Byora Portal is mandatory for receiving benefits under the scheme.
• The applicant should have valid land ownership or cultivation documents.

Required Documents

• Aadhaar Card
• Haryana Residence Proof
• Farmer ID / Parivar Pehchan Patra (PPP)
• Land Ownership Documents
• Jamabandi Copy
• Bank Account Details
• Mobile Number
• Passport Size Photograph

Steps to Apply

• Visit the official Meri Fasal Mera Byora Portal of the Haryana Government.
• Farmers who are not registered on the portal must first complete the farmer registration process using their mobile number, Aadhaar details, and land information.
• Log in to the portal using the registered mobile number and password or OTP.
• Enter complete crop details, land details, irrigation information, and bank account information on the portal.
• Select the alternative crop being cultivated instead of paddy under the Haryana Mera Paani Meri Virasat Scheme.
• Farmers cultivating cotton, pulses, or oilseed crops can also become eligible for the additional Rs. 2000 per acre bonus.
• Upload or verify the required documents such as Aadhaar Card, land records, and bank account details.
• Carefully review all entered information before final submission of the application.
• Submit the application form online through the Meri Fasal Mera Byora Portal.
• After successful submission, farmers should save or print the acknowledgement receipt for future reference.
• The concerned Agriculture Department may verify the crop and land details before approval of the scheme benefits.
• After successful verification, the financial assistance amount is transferred directly to the farmer's bank account through DBT.

Relevant Links

• Mera Pani Meri Virasat Scheme Official Details
• Meri Fasal Mera Byora Portal
• Haryana Agriculture Department Portal

Contact Information

• Meri Fasal Mera Byora Portal Toll Free Number: 18001802117
• Haryana Agriculture Department:
  • Phone Number: 0172-2571544
  • Email Helpdesk: [email protected]