Is beekeeping supported under MIDH and how do I get subsidy on bee boxes and colonies?

Yes, beekeeping is an allied activity supported under MIDH because bees help pollination in horticulture crops besides giving honey. The support usually covers bee colonies (the bees themselves), bee hives or boxes, and equipment, each with its own per unit cost norm and a subsidy share, and there is generally a cap on the number of colonies and boxes per beneficiary. Some states channel beekeeping support through MIDH and some also through the separate National Beekeeping and Honey Mission, so the same activity may be available by more than one route, but you cannot claim the same items twice. Practical points: the colonies and equipment should be bought from recognised suppliers, keep the bills, and the inspecting officer may physically count the boxes and colonies at verification. The exact cost norms, the per beneficiary limit on colonies and boxes, and which route is open this year vary by state. Confirm on your state horticulture portal and at the district horticulture office which beekeeping components are active and what the current per unit assistance is.