Gatidhara Scheme

Description
The scheme “Gatidhara Scheme” was launched by the Transport Department, Government of West Bengal in August 2014 for employment of registered unemployed youth of the State in the transport sector. The Gatidhara scheme was outlined by the Finance Minister in the budget in February. Families with a monthly income of ₹25000/- or less would qualify for financial support under the scheme. The transport department will interview applicants and draw up a list of eligible candidates. The labor department would provide the money, but the scheme would be implemented by the transport department. The objective of the scheme is to generate self-employment in the Urban and Rural areas of the state through the promotion of transport services.

Benefits
• Under the scheme, the subsidy @ 30% of the ex-showroom price of the vehicle subject to a maximum of ₹1,00,000/- will be provided to the beneficiary for purchasing any commercial vehicle.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a permanent resident of West Bengal.
2. The applicant should be enrolled in the Employment Bank of Labour Department, GOWB.
3. The age of the applicant should be between 25 years to 45 years (Relaxation 5 years for SC/ST & 3 years for OBC).
4. The family income of the applicant should be less than ₹25000/- per month.
5. More than one member of the same family is not eligible.

Application Process
Step 1: Registration Process in Employment Bank:
Offline

Registration Process in Employment Bank:

Required Documents
• Family Income Certificate
• Proof of enrollment in Employment Bank
• Proof of age
• Proof of address
• Identity proof
• Bank of details
• Passport size photograph
• Caste certificate, if applicable

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is “Gatidhara Scheme”?
A: The "Gatidhara Scheme" is a scheme of the Government of West Bengal administered by the Transport Department for employment of registered unemployed youth of the State in the transport sector.

Q: What is the objective of the scheme?
A: The objective of the scheme is to generate self-employment in the Urban and Rural areas of the state through the promotion of transport services.

Q: Which department has launched this scheme?
A: Transport Department, West Bengal

Q: When was this scheme launched?
A: The scheme was launched in August 2014.

Q: Which is the implementing agency of the scheme?
A: West Bengal Transport Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (WBTIDCL) is the implementing agency of the scheme.

Q: What is the benefit of this scheme?
A: Under this scheme, the beneficiary will receive a grant subsidy for purchasing of any commercial vehicle.

Q: What is the rate of subsidy?
A: The rate of subsidy is 30% of the ex-showroom price of the vehicle subject to a maximum of [?]1 lakh.

Q: What is the age criterion to apply under the scheme?
A: The age of the applicant should be between 25 to 45 years. (Relaxation 5 years for SC/ST & 3 years for OBC)

Q: What should be the family income?
A: The family income should not be more than [?]25,000/- per month.

Q: How many members of a family will be eligible for a subsidy?
A: Only one member of the same family is eligible for subsidy.

Q: Is enrolment in the Employment Bank of Labour Department mandatory?
A: Yes, the enrolment in Employment Bank of Labour Department is mandatory.

Q: Are vehicle dealers authorized facilitators for the “Gatidhara Scheme”?
A: Yes, vehicle dealers are authorized facilitator for the "Gatidhara Scheme".

Q: Is this scheme only for a resident of West Bengal?
A: Yes, the beneficiary must be a permanent resident of West Bengal and must possess identity and residential proof including Aadhaar Card.

Q: How Can I apply under the scheme?
A: The eligible applicant should get his application with all requisite documents processed by the dealer of his choice.