Artisan Promotion

Description
The scheme "Artisan Promotion" by the Delhi Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes, Minorities, and Safai Karamchari Finance and Development Corporation DSFDC , Government of Delhi, aims to provide artisans with opportunities to showcase their talents by participating in various national fairs and exhibitions Shilpotsav, IITF, East Himalaya Expo, International Surajkund Mela organized by the different National Apex Corporations. The scheme offers financial support for participation fees, lodging, boarding, and stipends, enabling artisans to gain exposure, recognition, and financial benefits. The scheme is implemented by the DSFDC in collaboration with various National Apex Corporations.

Benefits
• The Corporation provides opportunities for artisans to participate in fairs and melas organized by different National Apex Corporations.
• Daily Allowance (DA) for Participant: ₹150/- per day
• DA for Attendant/Spouse: ₹100/- per day
• Travel Allowance (TA): Actual train fare by sleeper class or bus fare (on production of original tickets)
• Hotel Accommodation: ₹200/- per day (Male), ₹300/- per day (Female)
• Luggage/Transportation: ₹500/-
• DA for Participant: ₹1200/- per day (maximum for boarding & lodging for one person only)
• TA: Actual train fare by sleeper 2nd class or bus fare (on production of original tickets) one side.
• Other Backward Class Category:
• Reimbursement of to and fro 2nd Class journey by train/bus fare against the original tickets to participant and one helper.
• ₹150/- per day as daily allowance to the participant.
• Maximum ₹500/- towards freight charges for the luggage.
• To and Fro 2nd Class train ticket fare/bus for the shortest route & reasonable coolie charges.
• DA: ₹150/- per day per member.
• Lodging facility will be provided by the NSKFDC or ₹250/- per day, per member.
• Local conveyance: ₹100/- per day per member or transport provided by NSKFDC.
• ₹500/- per day (including attendant).
• To & Fro 2nd Class fare of Train or Bus and maximum ₹6000/-.
• Boarding & Lodging: ₹500/- per day.

Eligibility Criteria
1. - The applicant should be an Artisan.
2. - The applicant should be from one of the following target groups - Scheduled Castes, Other Backward Classes, Minority, Safai Karamchari, and Persons with Disabilities.
3. - The applicant should be a beneficiary of the Delhi Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes, Minorities, and Safai Karamchari Finance and Development Corporation (DSFDC).
4. - The applicant should have availed a loan from DSFDC.
5. - The applicant should be a resident of Delhi.
6. - The applicant should be registered online under Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) at the website www.udyogaadhar.gov.in.

Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: The interested applicant should visit the designated office of the DSFDC, and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the concerned staff.
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Alternatively, the interested applicant can also download the prescribed format of the application form and take a print of the same.

Step 2: Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
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Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).

Step 3: Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents, to the Branch In-Charge / Section In-Charge of the DSFDC.
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After the selection of the candidate allotment letter is given to the selected candidate for participation in the scheduled fair/exhibition.
As per the norms/guidelines of the National Apex Corporation concerned the selected candidate has to carry original ID proof along with 03 passport-size colour photographs.
The selected candidate has to carry a bill book preferably a digital sale machine in the fair under the Minorities category.

Required Documents
• Two Passport Size Photographs of the Beneficiary/Artisan.
• Copy of Aadhaar Card.
• Copy of Loan Disbursement Letter.
• Copy of Registration Certificate with MSME.
• Affidavit in the Prescribed Format on a Non-Judicial Stamp Paper of Appropriate Value (Under the Minority Category).
• Caste Certificate/affidavit, Required if the Applicant Belongs to a Minority Community.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the maximum daily allowance for Minority category participants?
A: Minority category participants receive a maximum daily allowance of [?]1,200/- for boarding and lodging.

Q: What is the daily allowance for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) participants?
A: Persons with Disabilities participants receive [?]500/- per day, which includes the allowance for their attendant.

Q: What is the maximum freight charge for Other Backward Class (OBC) participants?
A: Other Backward Class participants can claim up to [?]500/- for freight charges for their luggage.

Q: What is the maximum luggage transportation allowance for Scheduled Caste participants?
A: Scheduled Caste participants receive a maximum of [?]500/- for luggage transportation.

Q: When is the India International Trade Fair held in Pragati Maidan, New Delhi?
A: The India International Trade Fair is held from 14th to 27th November at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi.

Q: What is the duration of the Shilpotsav fair at Dilli Haat, INA, New Delhi?
A: The Shilpotsav fair at Dilli Haat, INA, New Delhi, is held from 1st to 15th October every year.

Q: What documents are required to apply for participation in the fairs?
A: Required documents include the application form, two passport-sized photographs, Aadhar Card copy, loan disbursement letter, and MSME registration certificate.

Q: What benefits do Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) participants receive?
A: PwDs participants receive [?]500/- per day (including attendant), 2nd class train/bus fare up to [?]6,000/-, and [?]500/- for boarding and lodging.

Q: What benefits do Other Backward Class (OBC) participants receive?
A: OBC participants receive reimbursement for 2nd class train/bus fare, [?]150/- daily allowance, and up to [?]500/- for luggage freight.

Q: Is it mandatory to have availed a loan from the Corporation to be eligible?
A: Yes, artisans must have availed a loan from the Corporation to be considered eligible for participation in the fairs.

Q: Do I need to be a resident of Delhi to apply for participation in the fairs?
A: Yes, only artisans who are residents of Delhi are eligible to participate in the fairs and exhibitions under this scheme.

Q: What is the lodging allowance for male Scheduled Caste participants?
A: Male Scheduled Caste participants receive [?]200/- per day for lodging.