‘Rent Subsidy for Sales Emporia Established by Handicrafts / Micro & Small Industries Emporium’ under ‘Marketing And Publicity’
Introduction to Rent Subsidy Scheme for Sales Emporia
The Rent Subsidy for Sales Emporia Established by Handicrafts/Micro & Small Industries Emporium (हैंडक्राफ्ट्स / माइक्रो और स्मॉल इंडस्ट्रीज़ एम्पोरियम के लिए किराया सब्सिडी) is a vital initiative by the Department of Industries and Commerce in Puducherry. This scheme aims to foster the growth of handicrafts, coir, jute, and micro and small industrial products by providing essential financial assistance and infrastructure support to local businesses.
Overview of the Scheme
Launched under the 'Marketing and Publicity' segment, this scheme facilitates financial aid through Industrial Associations, Handicrafts Societies, and Recognized Institutions. The primary objective is to enable the acquisition of appropriate buildings or premises and to enhance infrastructure facilities necessary for establishing sales emporia in key locations across India.
Benefits of the Scheme
- Rent Subsidy: A significant rent subsidy of 90% of the rent, capped at ₹10,000 per month, is offered for a duration of three years.
- Infrastructure Assistance: The scheme covers 75% of the costs related to infrastructure and interior decoration of the Sales Emporia premises, with a limit of ₹1,50,000 or the actual costs incurred, whichever is lower, applicable for a minimum of three years.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for this scheme, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- The applicant must own a Sales Emporium or Showroom located within the territory of Puducherry.
Application Process
Interested individuals can apply offline by following these steps:
- Obtain Application Form: Download and print the application form in the prescribed format.
- Complete the Application: Fill in all mandatory fields, attach a recent passport-sized photograph (signed across if necessary), and include copies of required documents (self-attested if needed).
- Submit the Application: On a working day during office hours, visit the District Industries Centre located at Thattanchavady, Puducherry - 605 009. Submit the completed application form along with the attached documents to the designated authority.
- Receive Acknowledgment: Upon submission, your application will be logged in the receipt register, and a unique identification number will be assigned. This number will be used for any future references related to your application.
Required Documents
Applicants should prepare the following documents for submission:
- Proof of ownership of the Sales Emporium/Showroom.
- Identity proof of the applicant.
- Address proof of the business premises.
- Passport-sized photograph (signed if necessary).
- Any other documents as specified by the authority.
Conclusion
This scheme not only supports entrepreneurs in establishing and promoting their sales emporia but also contributes significantly to the local economy by enhancing the visibility and accessibility of handicraft and small industrial products. For more detailed information, applicants can visit the official website myScheme.gov.in.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant should own a Sales Emporium/Showroom in Puducherry.
Benefits
Rent subsidy to Sales Emporium/Showroom at the rate of 90% subsidy subject to maximum of ₹10, 000/- per month for three years.
Financial assistances for providing infrastructure facilities to such buildings/premises.
75% of the expenses of infrastructure facilities / interior decoration works in the Sales Emporia buildings/premises to be borne under the scheme, subject to maximum of ₹1,50,000 or the actual whichever is less, for a minimum period of 3 years.
Application Process
Apply OfflineStep 1: The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format
of the application form.
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: The interested applicant should visit (on a working day, and during office hours) the District Industries Centre (Thattanchavady, Puducherry - 605 009), and submit the duly filled and signed application form and the documents to the concerned authority.
Step 4: On receipt of the application, necessary entries will be made in the application receipt register and a unique number is assigned to the applicant for identifying each applicant which shall be used for all further references and also as acknowledgement for the receipt of the application.
References & Official Links
Scheme Details
| Full Name | ‘Rent Subsidy for Sales Emporia Established by Handicrafts / Micro & Small Industries Emporium’ under ‘Marketing And Publicity’ |
| Short Title | RSSEEHMSIE-MP |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Infra |
| Categories | Business & Entrepreneurship |
| States | Puducherry |
| Gender | All |
| Area | Both |
| Source | www.myscheme.gov.in ↗ |