The scheme by the Department of Industries and Commerce, Puducherry aims to encourage silk weaving artisans to form registered societies/agencies. This initiative promotes a cluster approach among artisans to foster the successful development of their business by leveraging collective strengths in marketing and administration under the Development of Silk Scheme.
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Benefits
• Grant of ₹2,00,000 per annum for 5 years allocated for Administrative and Marketing expenses
Eligibility
• The applicant must be a Society/Agency
• The Society/Agency should be registered under either the Co-operative Society Act or the Society Act
• The members of the Society/Agency must be silk-weaving artisans
• The Society/Agency should exclusively deal with silk products produced by artisans in Puducherry
Application Process
Offline
• Step 1: Print the prescribed application form
• Step 2: Fill in all mandatory fields, attach a passport-sized photograph (signed if required), and include self-attested copies of all required documents
• Step 3: Visit the District Industries Centre (Thattanchavady, Puducherry – 605 009) during office hours on a working day to submit the completed form and documents
• Step 4: Upon submission, the application is recorded and a unique number is assigned for future reference
Documents Required
• Proof of Society/Agency Registration
• Membership Details of silk weaving artisans
• Document confirming exclusive dealing with silk products
• Any other document as required by the District Industries Centre
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: How much grant is provided under this component?
A: A grant of ₹2,00,000 per annum is provided for 5 years.
Q: Can individual silk weavers apply for the grant?
A: No, the scheme is exclusively for registered societies/agencies.
Q: Under which registration act must the Society/Agency be registered?
A: The Society/Agency must be registered under either the Co-operative Society Act or the Society Act.
Q: Can Societies/Agencies from outside Puducherry apply?
A: No, only those dealing exclusively with silk products produced by artisans in Puducherry are eligible.
Q: Where can applicants find the application forms?
A: The prescribed application form can be obtained from the District Industries Centre.
Q: What is the role of the Department of Industries and Commerce in this scheme?
A: The department oversees the implementation of the scheme, ensuring proper registration and support for silk societies/agencies.
Q: Can a Society/Agency apply for the grant without exclusive dealing in silk products?
A: No, exclusivity in dealing with silk products produced by local artisans is mandatory.
Q: How often can a Society/Agency apply for grant renewal?
A: The grant is provided on an annual basis for 5 years; renewal guidelines are as per departmental policies.
Q: Can the grant be used for purchasing silk-weaving equipment?
A: The grant is specifically allocated for administrative and marketing expenses.
Q: What role does the District Industries Centre play in the application process?
A: It receives the applications, records them, and assigns a unique identification number for tracking purposes.
Q: Can the grant be utilized for the expansion of silk-related businesses?
A: The grant is intended to support administrative and marketing expenses, which may indirectly aid in business expansion.