The government is cautioning farmers who are beneficiaries of PM Kisan Yojana about online fraud and fraud because fraudsters can empty their bank accounts. Along with this, the government has also given some tips to the farmers to avoid online fraud.
Under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Yojana, financial assistance is provided by the government to the eligible farmers in which an amount of Rs 6,000 is sent to the beneficiary farmers every year in three equal installments directly to their bank account through DBT with the aim of improving the economic condition of the farmers and To provide support in the needs of farming.
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It is mandatory to do eKYC
To avail the benefits of Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana, it is mandatory for the farmer to get EKYC done online. Through EKYC, farmers can link their Aadhar card with the scheme, so that the amount can be sent directly to their bank account.
Get information related to the scheme through e-Mitra
Through PM Kisan AI Chatbot Kisan e-Mitra, farmer brothers can get information and answers to all Kisan Yojana related questions on their mobile screen. This service is available online 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. From registration status, payment information and scheme. You can get related information. Apart from Hindi and English, it is also available in different languages.
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To stay safe we have to be alert
PM Kisan beneficiary farmers should keep five things in mind to avoid online fraud.
1. Do not post personal information on social media.
2. Use only official sources.
3. Be wary of suspicious messages or calls.
4. Avoid clicking on fake links received through messages.
5. Keep checking your bank account regularly.
