Award Scheme to Encourage Entrepreneurs - Uttarakhand
in Uttarakhand
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Award Scheme to Encourage Entrepreneurs - Uttarakhand in Uttarakhand
Award Scheme to Encourage Entrepreneurs - Uttarakhand is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Uttarakhand.
Apply for Award Scheme to Encourage Entrepreneurs - Uttarakhand in Uttarakhand
Scheme Overview
The scheme aims to recognize exceptional craftsmanship among registered artisans and weavers in Uttarakhand by encouraging innovation, creativity, and excellence in the handicrafts and handloom sectors through state and district-level awards.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant must be a registered artisan or weaver, or an industry registered as Handloom Weaver/Handicraftsman under the Directorate of Industries, Uttarakhand, or the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts/Handloom), Government of India.
The applicant must be an individual artisan or weaver belonging to a registered handicraft or handloom cooperative society, or a registered non-governmental organization (NGO) within the state of Uttarakhand to be eligible for the award.
The artisan’s/weaver’s cooperative society or institution must not be a loan defaulter with any department or bank.
An artisan/weaver who has already received an award cannot apply again for the next three consecutive years.
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Benefits
***Nature of the Award:***
***1. State Level Award***
**For the best artisans in the handicraft sector:**
First Prize: ₹15,000/-
Second Prize: ₹10,000/-
Third Prize: ₹7,000/-
***For the best weavers in the handloom (cotton and woolen) sector:***
First Prize: ₹15,000/-
Second Prize: ₹10,000/-
Third Prize: ₹7,000/-
***2. District Level Award***
**For the best artisans in the handicraft sector:**
First Prize: ₹6,000/-
Second Prize: ₹4,000/-
***For the best weavers in the handloom (cotton and woolen) sector:***
First Prize: ₹6,000/-
Second Prize: ₹4,000/-
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Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Copy of Aadhaar Card |
| 2 | Handicraft/Weaving-related documents (proof of work, registration, etc.) |
| 3 | Photographs of the products or work samples |
| 4 | Relevant certificates or recognitions, if any |
| 5 | Demand Draft of ₹50/- payable in favour of the General Manager, District Industries Centre |
Common questions in Uttarakhand
Who can apply for Award Scheme to Encourage Entrepreneurs - Uttarakhand in Uttarakhand?
Eligible residents of Uttarakhand who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Award Scheme to Encourage Entrepreneurs - Uttarakhand. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Award Scheme to Encourage Entrepreneurs - Uttarakhand in Uttarakhand?
Applicants in Uttarakhand typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
Individual artisans and weavers who are registered with handicraft/handloom cooperatives or registered non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in Uttarakhand are eligible to apply. <br>