Financial Assistance for Purchase of Barrier Net and its Accessories

Description
“Financial Assistance for Purchase of Barrier Net and its Accessories” is a scheme by the Department of Fisheries, Government of Goa. Barrier net is a traditional method of catching fish practiced by the fishermen residing near the bank of the river. Under this Scheme financial assistance is provided in the form of a subsidy on the purchase of barrier nets and accessories for the fishermen. The applications are accepted only in offline mode.

Benefits
• Subsidy of 50%, limited to ₹30,000 on a unit cost of ₹60,000 (excluding GST).
• Subsidy of 60%, limited to ₹36,000 on a unit cost of ₹60,000 (excluding GST).
• NOTE: The beneficiary can avail of the scheme every 4 years.

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 should have purchased a Barrier Net and its Accessories.

Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: The interested applicant should request the prescribed format of the application form from the department by paying ₹50.
Offline
Step 1: The interested applicant should request the prescribed format of the application form from the department by paying ₹50.

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).
Offline
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…
Offline
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
• Original Invoice from authorized dealers for the purchase of Barrier Net and its Accessories.
• Barrier Net Registration Certificate and License Certificate issued by the Department of Fisheries.
• Undertaking as per Proforma.
• Copy of Aadhaar Card.
• Mandate Form along with Bank Pass Book.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can you specify the subsidy percentage and limit for the General Category under this scheme?
A: General Category receives a 50% subsidy, limited to [?]30,000 on a unit cost of [?]60,000 (excluding GST).

Q: How often can a beneficiary avail of the scheme?
A: The scheme can be availed every 4 years by the beneficiary.

Q: How does the application process work, and what is the prescribed fee for the application form?
A: The applicant should request the form by paying [?]50, fill it with mandatory details, and submit it with necessary documents to the Department of Fisheries.

Q: Where should the application form be submitted, and what is the address of the Department of Fisheries?
A: Submit the form to the Department of Fisheries, Dayanand Bandodkar Marg, Panaji Goa - 403 521.

Q: What is the grievance redressal process for dissatisfied applicants?
A: Register complaints with the Grievance Redressal Officer or through [email protected]. Final action will be communicated within 30 days.

Q: Are there any age-related criteria for applicants, and what is the mode of application?
A: No, there are no age-related criteria, and the application mode is offline.

Q: Is there a specific deadline for submitting applications, and what is the official website for the Department of Fisheries?
A: There is no specific deadline, and the official website is https://fisheries.goa.gov.in/.

Q: What is the subsidy percentage for the SC/ST/Woman Category, and what is the limit?
A: SC/ST/Woman Category receives a 60% subsidy, limited to [?]36,000 on a unit cost of [?]60,000 (excluding GST).

Q: Are there specific criteria for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) applying for the scheme?
A: No, there are no specific criteria for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs).

Q: How can interested applicants obtain the application form?
A: Interested applicants can obtain the prescribed application form by paying [?]50 to the department.

Q: Is there any flexibility in the application mode, or is it strictly offline?
A: The application mode is strictly offline; there is no flexibility in this regard.

Q: What is the contact information for the Department of Fisheries in Goa?
A: The Department of Fisheries is located at Dayanand Bandodkar Marg, Panaji Goa. Tel: (O) 2224838 Tel: (Dir) 2227780; Fax: (0832) 2231049, Email: [email protected], Website: www.fisheries.goa.gov.in.