Maharashtra - Apply for Compensation for Crop Damage Caused by Wildlife

ProcedureEdit

The Forest Department, the government of Maharashtra provides online facility to user for applying for compensation for crop damage caused by wildlife. User can read the instructions and fill the form. Online service is provided by the government to save time of the user. The portal is available in two languages, English and Marathi; user can select any of the preferred language. However, the application form can be printed and applied in person along with the necessary documents.

Apply Online through aaplesarkar:

To apply online, the applicant shall follow the given aaple sarkar link: Link and click on the "New User? Register Here" tab.
From the given options, select any one mode to create User ID and Password.
Now verify UID or Create your own user profile using OTP verification on your mobile.
A new page will open up where the applicant has to fill up all the personal detail(Name, D.O.B, Age, Gender, etc) in the portal.
Now enter the address as per the document.
After that provide mobile number and OTP, PAN No., UID No., and confirm password.
Now upload a photograph between 5kB to 20kB in JPEG format.
Now choose from the drop now menu any one of the Proof of Identity.
Finally provide a Proof of Address by clicking from the menu on screen.
Click on the declaration box and then click the "Register" tab.
Now login with the user credentials.
After login, click Link and then click on “Apply”.
The applicant will get an application displayed.
Fill up the application form correctly and pay the requisite fee.
On completion, the applicant will be notified.
You can check the status of the application in the portal by signing in with User ID and password.

Apply through Mobile APP:

To apply via app, the applicant shall download the app from the given link: Link
Select the preferred language
A list of options will be provided from which the applicant must choose the concerned department
Now a list of services will be displayed from which the applicant must select the required service
The applicant must also provide the nature of service verification and click on “Apply” to proceed to verification
Once verified, the applicant will be informed about the further process.

Apply Through Centres:

To apply for Compensation for Crop Damage Caused by Wildlife through centres, the applicant has to visit the respective “CSC” centre/sewa kendra. Please tap on the following link to locate the centre according to the respective district: link.
Make sure to have the documents that are listed under the “Required Documents” section of this page.
An application form can be obtained through the kiosk operator upon visiting the centre.
The applicant has to fill in all the necessary information in the application form.
Submit the application form with “Required Documents” to the office. It is advised to take the documents in original to the kiosk for scanning purposes.
The operator will process the application online.
On successful submission, the applicant will receive an application number as acknowledgement. The applicant will also get a transaction number as a text message on their registered mobile number.
Pay the fee as given in the “Fees” section of this page and collect the receipt.
An ”SMS” triggered update on application status will be sent to the applicant’s mobile. Please keep track of the notification.
Upon the satisfaction of the authorities, the permission will be granted according to the application.

Apply online through Maharashtra Forest Portal:

Applicant can apply for compensation for crop damage caused by wildlife on Maharashtra Forest Portal through following link:Apply
Applicant needs to fill the required information online and then click on “add” to submit the application.
Keep the application no. for your record and also to track the status of application.
You can track the status of your application through following link:Application status

Apply In-Person

Applications can also be made in-person through the Maharashtra Forest Department offices and sub-offices.
You will be able to find the office location information and contact information under the following link: Office Contacts
Please make sure you have all the documents that are listed under the “Required Documents” section of this page.
After the authorities validate your application and the documents that are submitted the process for compensation of crop damage caused by wildlife will be initiated.

Required DocumentsEdit

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e.g.
1. Proof of child birth from the Hospital.

Office Locations & ContactsEdit

Further information and clarification can be obtained through following link: Contact Information
Maharashtra Forest Departments Contacts and location:Office Contacts

EligibilityEdit

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FeesEdit

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ValidityEdit

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e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

Documents to UseEdit

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Sample DocumentsEdit

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Processing TimeEdit

It takes ten days for processing of the certificate.

InstructionsEdit

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e.g. The state office holds birth records since january 1908.

Required InformationEdit

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e.g.
1. Date of Birth.
2. City or County of Birth.

Need for the DocumentEdit

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Information which might helpEdit

More information related to conservation, protection, field offices, can be obtained through following link:More Info

External LinksEdit

OthersEdit

Compensation for crop damaged is increased:Compensation