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Source-This post on SARTHI Portal has been created based on the article “Govt launches SARATHI portal to help insurance companies reach out to farmers” published in “Businessline” on 8 February 2024.
Why in the news?
The Union agriculture minister has recently launched Sarathi portal for insurance products to help farmers.
About SARTHI Portal (Sandbox for Agricultural and Rural Security, Technology and Insurance)
Introduction– SARTHI is the comprehensive digital insurance platform launched in collaboration with United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) India.
Objective-To provide a comprehensive suite of insurance products including PMFBY(Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana) to farmers.
Coverage-It extends coverage to health, life, home, shop, agriculture implements, motor, and parametric products.
Features of the portal-1) It will be a single-window platform for viewing, purchasing and availing insurance products.
2) It will have user-friendly interfaces for stakeholders.
3) It Wil have digital payment and effortless claim initiation options.
Access-It can be accessed via the AIDE app available on Android App Store.
Significance of SARTHI Portal
1) It offers a diverse range of products. These products are designed to cater to farmers’ needs.
2) By expanding insurance coverage to include vital assets like tractor machinery, SARTHI empowers farmers to comprehensively mitigate risks.
3) It will safeguard farmers’ livelihoods and also fortify the resilience of the agricultural sector as a whole.
Other initiatives taken by the government
1) Learning Management System (LMS)
Developed by-It is developed in collaboration with the National E-Governance Division (NeGD).
Objective– To provide all stakeholders with the essential skills and knowledge needed for efficient crop insurance and agricultural credit.
Strategy-The LMS will facilitate training and knowledge sharing through interactive modules and personalized training programs.
2) Krishi Rakshak Portal and Helpline (KRPH) 14447
The platform provides support to farmers to ensure real-time resolution of grievances related to compensation delays and insurance queries.
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