In a major relief for farmers and rural residents, the Bihar government has announced a comprehensive compensation scheme for losses caused by wild animal attacks. The initiative aims to reduce financial stress on affected families and ensure timely assistance.
Under this scheme, compensation will be provided for loss of life, crop damage, livestock loss, and property damage.
₹50,000 Per Hectare for Crop Damage
As per the new provisions introduced by the Environment, Forest and Climate Change Department, crop damage has now been included in the compensation policy.
Farmers can receive up to ₹50,000 per hectare for crop loss
For example, if 0.5 hectare crop is destroyed, the farmer will get ₹25,000
Earlier, there was no compensation for crop damage, which caused significant losses to farmers. This move is expected to bring much-needed relief.
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Up to ₹10 Lakh Compensation for Death
The government has also increased compensation for human casualties:
₹10 lakh for death or permanent disability (earlier ₹5 lakh)
₹1.44 lakh for serious injuries
₹24,000 for minor injuries
Apart from this, compensation will also be given for damage to livestock and houses as per government norms.
How to Apply for Compensation
Farmers and affected individuals need to follow a simple process:
- Inform the village head (Mukhiya) about the incident
- Submit an application to the agriculture officer
- Attach land-related documents
- After verification, compensation will be transferred directly to the landowner’s bank account
- However, disputes may arise in cases involving sharecroppers (bataidars).
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Contact Details for Help
The Environment, Forest and Climate Change Department Bihar has urged people to stay calm during such incidents and seek official help.
For assistance or more information, contact the toll-free number: 📞 1800-345-7252
Why This Scheme Matters
With increasing incidents of wild animal attacks in forest-adjacent areas, this scheme provides financial security and support to farmers and rural families.
It ensures that losses are compensated and people are not left helpless after such incidents.
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