Grant of Subsidy for Purchase of Mobile Sea Food Van
Grant of Subsidy for Purchase of Mobile Sea Food Van
The "Grant of Subsidy for Purchase of Mobile Sea Food Van" scheme is an initiative aimed at empowering the local fishing community in Puducherry. This program facilitates the establishment of mobile seafood vending units, enabling the sale of fresh and processed fish products in underserved areas. By offering a significant subsidy and facilitating access to financing, the scheme seeks to enhance the livelihoods of fisherwomen and strengthen the local economy.
Overview of the Scheme
Initiated in 2010 under the "Puducherry Development of Shore Based Facilities, Ice Plants, Service Unit, Infrastructural Facilities, and Quick Transport Facilities Rules, 2010," this scheme is implemented by the Department of Fisheries and Fishermen Welfare of the Government of Puducherry. It specifically targets fisherwomen, self-help groups, and Fisherwomen Co-operative Societies within the Union Territory. The primary goal is to provide these beneficiaries with mobile seafood vans, which are financed through a combination of a bank loan and a departmental subsidy, covering 25% and 75% of the cost, respectively. This initiative emphasizes hygiene, affordability, and accessibility to fish and fishery products.
Key Benefits
- Subsidy Coverage: Beneficiaries receive a 75% subsidy on the total cost of the mobile seafood van. This includes expenses for body fabrication, an insulated ice-box, a two-burner stove, cooking utensils, and other necessary accessories.
- Financing Support: The remaining 25% of the cost is to be financed through a bank loan, making it easier for beneficiaries to manage their investment.
Mode of Disbursement
The subsidy will be transferred to a dedicated bank account held by the beneficiary, ensuring that the funds are used specifically for the purchase of the mobile seafood van.
Eligibility Criteria
- The applicant must belong to the fishermen community.
- Residency in the Union Territory of Puducherry is required, either by birth or domicile.
- The applicant should not have any overdue payments with the relevant Primary Fisheries Co-operative Society.
- Applicants must be aged between 18 and 50 years.
- Employment status must be such that the applicant is not employed either part-time or full-time in any Government entity, Government Undertaking, or related societies.
- The applicant must either be a registered member of a Fisherwomen Co-operative Society or belong to a Self-Help Group (SHG) that is registered under the District Rural Development Agency and Puducherry Urban Development Agency.
Application Process
How to Apply Offline
- Visit the Office or Sub-Office of the Department of Fisheries and Fishermen Welfare in Puducherry.
- Request a hard copy of the application form from the concerned authority.
- Complete the application form by filling in all required fields, attaching a signed passport-sized photograph, and including copies of all necessary documents (self-attested if required).
- Submit the completed and signed application form along with the required documents to the appropriate authority.
- Obtain a receipt or acknowledgment slip confirming submission, ensuring it includes essential details such as the submission date, time, and any unique identification number.
Official Source
For further details, you can visit the official website at myScheme.gov.in.
Conclusion
The "Grant of Subsidy for Purchase of Mobile Sea Food Van" scheme represents a vital opportunity for fisherwomen in Puducherry to enhance their income and access to markets. By providing substantial financial assistance and promoting entrepreneurship within the fishing community, the program not only supports individual livelihoods but also contributes to the overall economic development of the region.
Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should belong to the fishermen community.
2. The applicant should be a resident of the Union territory of Puducherry by birth/domicile.
3. The applicant should be a non-overdue member of the Primary Fisheries Co-operative Society concerned.
4. The applicant should be between 18 and 50 years old.
5. The applicant should not be employed in Government, Government Undertaking, or societies, either part-time or full-time.
6. The applicant should be a registered Fisherwomen Co-operative Society in the Union territory of Puducherry, or a group under SHGs registered under District Rural Development Agency and Puducherry Urban Development Agency fold.
Benefits
1. The scheme provides a subsidy of 75% on the cost of the mobile seafood van, including fabrication of the body, procurement of an insulated ice-box, a two-burner stove, cooking utensils, and accessories.
2. The remaining 25% is expected to be covered by a bank loan.
MODE OF DISBURSEMENT
The subsidy portion will be released to a separate account of the beneficiary in the bank.
Application Process
Apply OfflineStep 1: The interested applicant should visit the Office/ Sub-Office
of the Department of Fisheries and Fishermen Welfare.
Step 1: The interested applicant should request the hard copy of the prescribed format
of the application form from the concerned authority.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the concerned authority.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
References & Official Links
Scheme Details
| Full Name | Grant of Subsidy for Purchase of Mobile Sea Food Van |
| Short Title | GSPMSFV |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Infra |
| Categories | Agriculture,Rural & Environment, Transport & Infrastructure |
| States | Puducherry |
| Gender | All |
| Area | Both |
| Source | www.myscheme.gov.in ↗ |