Kharmore Sonchidia Award Scheme
✓ Information verified — April 2026The Kharmore Sonchidia Award Scheme is run by the Forest Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh. It rewards farmers who sight rare bird species on their private land. The scheme aims to encourage wildlife conservation and protect endangered birds by incentivizing farmers to report sightings and preserve natural habitats.
What You Get
- ₹5,000 cash reward for sighting a Kharmor bird on private land
- ₹10,000 cash reward for sighting a Golden bird (Sunbird) on private land
- Direct financial assistance to farmers for wildlife conservation efforts
Who Can Apply
- Age: 18–80 years
- Residence: Madhya Pradesh residents only
- Must be a farmer with private agricultural land in Madhya Pradesh
- Must report verified sighting of specified rare bird species
- Bird sighting must occur on the farmer's own private land
- Must provide proof of land ownership or farming rights
Documents Needed
0/5 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Land Ownership Document
- 3. Bank Account Details
- 4. Bird Sighting Report
- 5. Photograph of Bird
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Madhya Pradesh
- Category
- Agriculture
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 18–80 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 26 Apr 2026
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