120 Posts under J&K Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP)

Engagement of Krishi Udyami (KU)/Agriculture Entrepreneur in District Rajouri Jobs

Jammu Jobs : Advertisement Notice for Engagement of Krishi Udyami (KU)/ Agricultural Entrepreneur in District Rajouri under Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP)

Advertisement Notification No:02 CAOR of 2024

Application on prescribed format are invited from eligible candidates for engagement as Krishi Udyamis (KUs) on contractual basis for a period of two years (extensible) subject to terms and conditions laid down in contract agreement.

Name of the Posts : Krishi Udyami (KU)/Agriculture Entrepreneur

Total Posts : 120

Last Date : 30-10-24

GENERAL TERMS & CONDITIONS :

I. Detailed information including applications form can be obtained from office of Deputy Commissioner Rajouri or downloaded from official websites of Agriculture Production Department (https://jkapd.nic.in and https://hadp.jk.gov.in).

II. Candidate must have the requisite qualification for the post applied.

III. Age should be between 21 and 45 years as of the last date of submission.

IV. The candidates must submit an affidavit attested by a 1st Class Magistrate that he/she will make available space comprising two rooms/shops, (approximately 750 t0 800 Sq. Ft.) on his/own for which no rent shall be claimed by the candidate.

V. Self-attested photocopies of the following documents must be attached with the application forms

a. Date of Birth certificate (Matriculation Certificate).

b. Marks certificate of all qualifying examinations.

c. Domicile Certificate.

d. Character certificate issued by competent authority.

VI. Completed application forms should be submitted to the office of Chief Agriculture Office Complex Kheora, Rajouri 185131 J&K) in person or through registered post.

VII. Any postal delay shall not be the responsibility of the APD/advertising authority (DC Rajouri).

VIII. Incomplete applications will be summarily rejected without further notice.

IX. Original documents shall have to be presented during the verification process.

OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR KRISHI UDYAMIS (KUs):

I. The selected KU shall enter in to an agreement with the APD and shall have to deposit a refundable security amount of Rs 10,000 (Rupees Ten Thousand only) in the form of Fixed Deposit Receipt from any scheduled commercial bank.

II. Nature of Engagement: The selected KU will work on a franchisee basis, the operation of Kisan Khidmat Ghars (KKGs) at the panchayat level will be carried out by KUs. Under the support and frame-work provided by the Agriculture Production Department with the aim of fostering entrepreneurship, local empowerment, and the effective delivery of agricultural services in the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir.

III. No Right to Regular Appointment: KUs are not entitled to claim any regular appointment.

IV. Asset Ownership and Maintenance: Assets provided by the department for KKGs shall remain the exclusive property of the department. KUs will function as custodians of the infrastructure and facilities, being responsible for their maintenance.

V. Management under Supervision KKGs shall be managed by KU under the supervision of a Designated APD Officer from the respective locality, ensuring alignment with departmental goals and guidelines.

VI. Training and Fee Entitlement: KUs shall be provided with requisite training to enhance their skills. They will be entitled to a payment of fees out of contingency for participating in such training sessions and programs.

VII. Input License Provision: The Directorate of Agriculture shall provide/facilitate Entrepreneurs with the requisite input license, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

VIII. Nodal Agency for Establishment and Administration: The Mission Director HADP shall act as the nodal agency responsible for the establishment and administration of KKGs, overseeing their effective functioning.

IX. Technological Support: Development Departments and Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) shall provide regular technology support to KUs, ensuring they stay abreast of the latest advancements in agricultural technology, SKUAST cyber extension hub shall be integrated with the KKG software ecosystem for continuous and sustainable technology backup.

X. Facilitation of Linkages: The Agriculture Production Department/ Mission Directorate HADP shall facilitate the linkage of KKGs with input companies and financial institutions by entering into Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) with these institutions, fostering collaborative efforts.

XI. Extension of Functions: Village/Panchayat level workers of Agriculture and allied departments shall extend their function through KKGs, enhancing the reach and impact of agricultural services.

XII. Service Charges and Compliance: KUs shall charge nominal service charges and adhere to all requisite norms for extending services. A rate card for service charges shall be issued by the Mission Director HADP from time to time. Weekly reporting to Panchayat, Block, and Line departments is mandatory.

XIII. Succession Plan on Disengagement: In the event of a KU leaving the assignment or being disengaged, the functioning of KKG will directly come under the control of the designated APD Officer for the sold KKG, till the process of engaging new KU is completed.

XIV. Agreement Termination Conditions:

a. The Agreement may be terminated by both parties (KU & APD) with a 3-Month Prior notice. KUs, however, must provide on undertaking to stay in the agreement for a minimum of two years, in the case of exit before two years by the KU, the security amount of INR 10,000 (Rupees Ten Thousand) will be forfeited. This is in addition to the 3-month prior notice.

b. For all purposes, the Designated APD Officer will be the overall custodian of the entire KKG setup, including monitoring of services rendered and assets.

XV. Flexibility in Terms & Conditions: All the conditions mentioned in the advertisement notice shall constitute the terms and conditions of the agreement. However, APD reserves the right to change or add any other condition at the time of signing of the agreement.

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