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Krishak Bandhu (Death Benefit)
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West Bengal Farmer Scheme

Krishak Bandhu Death Benefit: ₹2 Lakh for a Farmer’s Family and How to Claim

The one-time grant to the family of a Krishak Bandhu farmer who dies between 18 and 60, who can claim, and what to take to the block office.

Compiled from official releases and published sources, October 2026 6 min read Department: Agriculture Department, Government of West Bengal

01What the Krishak Bandhu (Death Benefit) Scheme Is

Under Krishak Bandhu, the family of a farmer who dies between the ages of 18 and 60 receives a one-time grant of ₹2 lakh. The official Krishak Bandhu portal describes it, and states that the family should approach the block Assistant Director of Agriculture.

02Who Can Claim

  • The nominee or legal family member of a farmer who was covered by Krishak Bandhu
  • The farmer should have been between 18 and 60 years of age at the time of death
The exact definition of covered farmer and the claim form could not be found on an official page. The block office can say which records it needs.

03Documents Usually Asked For

  • The deceased farmer’s identity details or Krishak Bandhu ID
  • Death certificate (see the West Bengal Death Certificate page)
  • A certificate from the Block Development Officer on the claimant’s eligibility, as reported in 2024 news
  • The Record of Rights of the deceased farmer
The list is from news coverage, not an official checklist.

04How to Claim

  1. Obtain the death certificate from the local registrar.
  2. Contact the block office of the Assistant Director of Agriculture and ask for the death benefit claim procedure.
  3. Submit the documents. The block verifies the details and forwards the claim.
  4. The grant is paid to the family after approval. The payment mode was not stated in the sources, and a direct bank transfer is the usual method.

05Status in 2026

News coverage of the 2026 changes to Krishak Bandhu does not mention the death benefit, and no cut or renaming was found. A 2024 report said about 1.12 lakh families had received about ₹2,240 crore under it.

07Frequently Asked Questions

How much is the Krishak Bandhu death benefit?

₹2 lakh, paid once to the family, according to the official portal.

What age range is covered?

Farmers who die between 18 and 60 years of age.

Where is the claim filed?

At the block office of the Assistant Director of Agriculture, according to the official portal.

Has the benefit changed in 2026?

No change was found in the sources read, but the scheme as a whole is under revision, so confirming at the block office is advisable.

This page is updated periodically. Benefit amounts, limits, dates and portal menus change; for the most current and binding information, always refer to the official portal or the implementing office.