The Annadatha Sukhibhava is a farmer welfare scheme launched by the Government of Andhra Pradesh to provide financial assistance to small and marginal farmers in the state. The initiative aims to ensure a better livelihood for farmers and to support agricultural sustainability by easing financial burdens.
| Scheme | Annadatha Sukhibhava |
| Type | Govt Schemes for Farmers |
| State | Andhra Pradesh |
| Applicable | Farmers of AP |
| Benefits | Financial Aid |
What is Annadatha Sukhibhava?
Annadatha Sukhibhava (అన్నదాత సుఖీభవ) translates to “Let the food provider be happy.” The scheme was introduced in 2019 by the Government of Andhra Pradesh to provide direct income support to farmers. It complements the PM-KISAN scheme and offers additional state-level financial aid.
Under this scheme, farmers receive monetary assistance directly into their bank accounts to help with cultivation and other farming needs.
Features of Annadatha Sukhibhava
- Targeted at small and marginal farmers who own cultivable land.
- Financial aid of ₹9,000 to ₹10,000 per annum, which includes:
- ₹6,000 under PM-KISAN Yojana
- ₹3,000 to ₹4,000 additional under Annadatha Sukhibhava
- Amount is transferred directly to Aadhaar-linked bank accounts via DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer).
- Paid in installments depending on landholding and eligibility.
- Data is integrated with PM-KISAN for seamless coordination and verification.
- Encourages agricultural investment and timely farm activities.
Benefits of Annadatha Sukhibhava
- Reduces financial stress on farmers by offering assured income support.
- Encourages better planning of crop activities due to timely availability of funds.
- Simplifies the support process through Aadhaar and land record-based verification.
- Boosts farmer morale by ensuring regular government backing.
Documents Required
To apply for or benefit from the scheme, farmers need the following documents:
- Aadhaar Card (mandatory for identity verification)
- Land Ownership Documents or pattadar passbook
- Bank Account Details (should be Aadhaar-linked)
- PM-KISAN registration details (if applicable)
- Address proof
- Mobile Number (linked to Aadhaar preferred)
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Annadatha Sukhibhava scheme:
- Must be a resident of Andhra Pradesh.
- Must be a small or marginal farmer (owning cultivable land).
- Land must be registered in the farmer’s name.
- Tenant farmers may be considered in later phases (based on updates).
- Must have an active, Aadhaar-linked bank account.
- Must be enrolled under PM-KISAN (or eligible for it).
How to Apply for Annadatha Sukhibhava
The application process is generally carried out through village volunteers and online government portals.
Option 1: Through Village Volunteers
- Visit your Grama Sachivalayam (Village Secretariat).
- Submit the required documents.
- The village volunteer will verify the documents and input your data into the system.
Option 2: Online via Official Portal (if available)
Note: The dedicated Annadatha Sukhibhava portal was active earlier at http://annadathasukhibhava.ap.gov.in, but it may have been integrated into other portals post-2020. You can also check updates on the Andhra Pradesh CFMS or AP e-Governance portals.
How to Check Annadatha Sukhibhava Status by Aadhaar
You can check your scheme status using your Aadhaar number by following these steps:
- Visit the official portal:
http://annadathasukhibhava.ap.gov.in (Note: If not working, visit https://cfms.ap.gov.in or check updates via local secretariats.) - Click on the “Beneficiary Status” or “Payment Status” link.
- Enter your Aadhaar number in the required field.
- Click on “Submit” or “Get Status”.
- Your status will be displayed, showing:
- Payment status
- Installment dates
- Amount credited
- Bank account linked