Financial Assistance for Registered Fishermen Society

Description
“Financial Assistance for Registered Fishermen Society” is a scheme by the Department of Fisheries, Government of Goa. Through this scheme, the fisheries co-operative societies/associations registered with the Fisheries Co-operative Societies, having more than 25 members, will be eligible for financial assistance to the extent of ₹50,000 as a grant-in-aid. The applications are accepted only in offline mode.

Benefits
• Financial assistance to the extent of ₹50,000 as a grant-in-aid.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be fisheries co-operative societies/associations registered with the Fisheries Co-operative Societies.
2. The society should produce an audited statement of accounts.
3. The society should employ at least one personnel for the maintenance of records.
4. The society's books of accounts shall be produced before department authorities for inspection when called for.
5. The society should have more than 25 members.

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

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
• Application in the prescribed form.
• Registration certificate.
• Bye-laws of the society.
• Mandate form.
• Membership details of the society/association.
• Audit statement of the last year.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can the department authorities refuse inspection of society accounts?
A: No, the society's books of accounts shall be produced for inspection when called for.

Q: Is there a specific timeframe for the submission of the application form?
A: There is no specific timeframe mentioned for submission.

Q: Can the application form be submitted to BDO Office/ Sub-Offices of the Department of Fisheries?
A: Yes, the form can be submitted to the official posted at BDO Office/ Sub-Offices.

Q: Is there a fax number for contacting the Directorate of Fisheries?
A: Yes, the fax number is (0832)2231049.

Q: What is the official email address for lodging complaints or grievances?
A: Complaints can be lodged at [email protected].

Q: What details should the society provide for inspection by department authorities?
A: The society should produce books of accounts and an audited statement when called for inspection.

Q: How can grievances or complaints regarding the scheme be addressed?
A: Grievances can be registered with the Grievance Redressal Officer or emailed to [email protected], with a response within 30 days.

Q: What documents are required for applying, and is there a need for an audited statement of accounts?
A: Required documents include the application form, registration certificate, bye-laws, mandate form, membership details, and an audited statement of accounts.

Q: How much financial assistance is provided under the scheme, and who is eligible?
A: [?]50,000 is granted as financial assistance to fisheries co-operative societies/associations registered with more than 25 members.

Q: Can you provide the website link for the Department of Fisheries, Government of Goa?
A: The Department's website is https://fisheries.goa.gov.in/.

Q: What is the application mode for the scheme, and is there any application fee?
A: The application mode is offline, and there is no application fee.

Q: Are there specific criteria for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) to avail benefits under this scheme?
A: No, there are no specific criteria for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs).