HADP in Jammu & Kashmir: Full Form, Meaning and How to Apply
HADP stands for Holistic Agriculture Development Programme, a J&K government programme with 29 projects and an outlay of Rs 5,013 crore. This guide explains what it covers and how farmers apply.
By Arjun Raina, Chairman, HMAP
HADP stands for Holistic Agriculture Development Programme. It is a flagship programme of the Agriculture Production Department of Jammu & Kashmir, with 29 interlinked projects and an outlay of Rs 5,013 crore. Farmers apply through the Kisan Sathi portal at hadp.jk.gov.in.
Last updated: 15 November 2026. HMAP is an independent farmer producer organisation, not a government body. Always confirm scheme details on the official portal.
What is HADP?
The Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP) is a Jammu & Kashmir government programme for agriculture and allied sectors. It treats farming as a connected value chain, from inputs such as seed, planting material, feed and fodder, to production, processing, storage, branding and marketing, instead of a set of separate subsidy schemes.
What does HADP cover?
HADP has 29 interlinked projects across:
- Agriculture and niche crops
- Horticulture, including high-density orchards
- Livestock: dairy, sheep and poultry
- Fisheries, mechanisation, marketing and digital agriculture
How far has HADP reached?
As reported in April 2026, HADP has helped set up over 1.11 lakh units across all 20 districts of J&K, benefiting 74,589 farming families.
How to apply for HADP
The exact documents and subsidy depend on the project you choose. In outline:
- Register on the Kisan Sathi portal (hadp.jk.gov.in). Farmer onboarding and applications are routed through it.
- Choose the project that fits your activity, for example dairy, a sheep unit, an orchard or a polyhouse, and apply online.
- If your project needs bank credit, the application on Kisan Sathi is shared with banks.
- Visit your nearest Kisan Khidmat Ghar for help with the application. These are IT-enabled service centres at panchayat level.
- Use the Daksh Kisan portal for free training and advice.
Frequently asked questions
### What is the full form of HADP?
Holistic Agriculture Development Programme.
### Who runs HADP?
The Agriculture Production Department, Government of Jammu & Kashmir, through the HADP Mission Directorate.
### Where do I apply for HADP?
On the Kisan Sathi portal, hadp.jk.gov.in. For horticulture schemes such as high-density orchards, the Horticulture department also has online application services at hortikashmir.gov.in.
### Is HADP the same as JKCIP?
No. They are different programmes. JKCIP is the IFAD-supported Competitiveness Improvement of Agriculture and Allied Sectors Project, which focuses on value chains, export and farmer producer organisations. We will cover it in a separate guide.
### Can a farmer producer organisation like HMAP help?
HMAP is an independent farmer producer organisation based in Bhaderwah. You can contact us to understand how to prepare your application, but the scheme itself is run by the government.
Sources
- Government of J&K, HADP portal: https://hadp.jk.gov.in
- J&K DIPR via Kashmir Life, "What Is HADP and How Far It Transformed Agriculture": https://kashmirlife.net/jammu-kashmir-what-is-hadp-and-how-far-it-transformed-agriculture-421497/
- The Tribune, "HADP facilitates 1.11 lakh units in J&K": https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/j-k/hadp-facilitates-1-11-lakh-units-in-jk-benefits-over-74000-farming-families/
- Department of Horticulture Kashmir: https://hortikashmir.gov.in
