Financial Assistance for Construction/ Purchase of Wooden/ FRP Fishing Vessel (Canoe) for Fishermen

Description
The scheme “Financial Assistance for Construction/ Purchase of Wooden/ FRP Fishing Vessel Canoe for Fishermen” is a scheme by the Department of Fisheries, Government of Goa. Through this scheme, 50% of the actual cost of the Wooden/ Fiber-Reinforced Plastic FRP Fishing Vessel Canoe purchased by the fishermen is covered by the Government of Goa. The applicant will be entitled to a subsidy grant once every four years on one craft per family household.

Benefits
• For General Category, 50% subsidy, limited to ₹ 60,000/-
• For SC/ST Category, 50% subsidy, limited to ₹ 80,000/-
• The applicant will be entitled to a subsidy grant once every four years on one craft per family household.

Eligibility Criteria
1. - The applicant should be a traditional fisherman by birth or profession.
2. - The applicant should be a resident of Goa.
3. - The applicant or any member of his household should not be a defaulter with the Directorate of Fisheries, Goa.
4. - The canoe purchased through the scheme should be duly registered with the Directorate of Fisheries under the Marine Fishing Regulation Act (MFR) Act 1980/ Merchant Shipping (MS) Act.
5. - The applicant shall not sell, lease, mortgage, or transfer the wooden/ FRP craft for 5 years from the date of purchase of the said wooden/FRP craft.
6. - The wooden/FRP craft purchased should have been operated exclusively for fishing purposes only.

Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form.
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Step 1: The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form.

Step 2: 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).
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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: Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the concerned authority at the Department of Fisheries, Dayanand Bandodkar Marg, Patto Colony, Panaji Goa - 403 521, or to the official posted at BDO Office/ Su…
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Any dissatisfaction or complaint about any service or its standards can be registered with the Department's Grievance Redressal Officer. The grievance can also be lodged on the link [email protected]. All complaints will be acknowledged by us and final action taken will be communicated within 30 days.

Required Documents
• Certificate of Vessel Registration, issued by the Directorate of Fisheries, Government of Goa, under the Merchant Shipping Act 1958.
• Fishing Vessel License Certificate
• Fishing Net License Certificate.
• Copy of Fishing Netbook (Updated)
• Original GST Bill from the Authorized Dealer towards the Construction of the Wooden / FRP Craft.
• Caste Certificate (ST/ SC) if applicable.
• Copy of Aadhar Card
• Copy of Election Card
• Copy of Bank Passbook/Statement (Aadhaar linked)
• Bank letter (if bank financed)
• Inspection Report along with photographs of Fishing Canoe, Net, and its Accessories by Fisheries Superintendent/ Fisheries Officer, Assistant Superintendent of Fisheries (As per format).

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can the Fishing Canoe be financed through a bank, and what documents are required in such cases?
A: Yes, bank financing is allowed. Documents include the bank passbook/statement (Aadhaar linked) and a bank letter if financed by the bank.

Q: Is it mandatory to possess a fishing vessel (trawler/purse-seiner) for eligibility, and what is the default status criterion?
A: Applicants and their family members should not possess a fishing vessel (trawler/purse-seiner) and should not be defaulters of the Fisheries Department.

Q: How does the applicant affirm the purpose of using the Wooden/FRP Canoe and Nets purchased through the scheme?
A: The applicant declares the intended use for fishing activity only in the self-declaration.

Q: Can you elaborate on the self-declaration process and the specific declarations required from the applicant?
A: The self-declaration covers ownership, subsidy history, family members' details, usage of the Canoe, absence of fishing vessel registration, and non-default status.

Q: What role does the Inspection Report play, and what details does it encompass?
A: The Inspection Report includes details on the Canoe's registration, owner, fishing details, engine, nets, life-saving equipment, ice box, and overall status.

Q: What is the inspection process, and who conducts the inspection for the Fishing Canoe under this scheme?
A: Inspection is done by the Fisheries Superintendent/Officer, Assistant Superintendent of Fisheries, as per the specified format.

Q: What are the contact details for the Directorate of Fisheries in Goa, and how can applicants reach out for inquiries?
A: The contact details are Dayanand Bandodkar Marg, Panaji Goa; Tel: (O) 2224838, (Dir) 2227780; Email: [email protected]; Website: www.fisheries.goa.gov.in.

Q: Can you provide details about the required Life Saving Equipments and Ice Box for the Fishing Canoe?
A: Details include Life Buoy, Life Jacket, and specifications for the Ice Box, including liters, number, and cost.

Q: How is the subsidy amount calculated for SC/ST Category beneficiaries, and what is their maximum limit?
A: SC/ST Category beneficiaries receive a 50% subsidy, limited to [?]80,000 under the scheme.

Q: What are the prerequisites for the Wooden/FRP craft to be considered for subsidy, particularly regarding its usage?
A: The wooden/FRP craft purchased should have been operated exclusively for fishing purposes.

Q: What are the criteria for eligibility regarding the applicant's default status with the Directorate of Fisheries, Goa?
A: The applicant or any household member should not be a defaulter with the Directorate of Fisheries, Goa.

Q: What restrictions are placed on the sale or transfer of the purchased wooden/FRP craft, and for how long?
A: The applicant cannot sell, lease, mortgage, or transfer the craft for five years from the date of purchase under the scheme.

Q: Can a non-resident of Goa apply for the scheme, and what specific residency criteria must an applicant meet?
A: No, only residents of Goa are eligible. The applicant must be a traditional fisherman by birth or profession and a resident of Goa.

Q: How often can an applicant receive a subsidy grant for a craft under this scheme, and what is the specified time frame?
A: An applicant is entitled to a subsidy grant once every four years for one craft per family household under the scheme.

Q: What is the maximum subsidy limit for the purchase of a Wooden/FRP Fishing Vessel (Canoe) under the scheme for General Category beneficiaries in Goa?
A: [?]60,000 is the maximum subsidy limit for General Category beneficiaries under the scheme for purchasing a Wooden/FRP Fishing Vessel (Canoe).