Grant To Handicrafts Societies" Component of the "Development of Handicrafts" Scheme
in Puducherry
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Grant To Handicrafts Societies" Component of the "Development of Handicrafts" Scheme in Puducherry
Grant To Handicrafts Societies" Component of the "Development of Handicrafts" Scheme is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Puducherry.
Apply for Grant To Handicrafts Societies" Component of the "Development of Handicrafts" Scheme in Puducherry
Scheme Overview
“Grant To Handicrafts Societies” by the Department of Industries and Commerce, UT of Puducherry aims to encourage the creation of Handicrafts Societies to enhance coordination and skill among craftspeople. Grants are provided to registered societies for organizing or participating in exhibitions.
Eligibility Criteria
- The Handicrafts Society should be registered either as a Co-operative society or under the Societies Act.
- Members of the society should be artisans approved either by the State Government or Development Commissioner (Handicrafts).
- The Society should exclusively deal with handicraft products produced by artisans of the UT of Puducherry.
Benefits
Grants to Handicrafts Societies for conducting exhibitions.
PUDUMAI Handicrafts Artisans Society in Puducherry receives an annual grant of ₹10,00,000 for exhibition conduct.
Other eligible societies receive ₹2,00,000 per annum for participating in exhibitions in and outside India for 5 years.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Registration Certificate as a Co-operative Society or Under the Societies Act. |
| 2 | Approval Documents of Artisans by the State Government or Development Commissioner (Handicrafts). |
How to Apply in Puducherry
Step 1: The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form.
Offline Step 1: The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form.
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: The interested applicant should visit (on a working day, and during office hours) the General Manager of the District Industries Centre (Thattanchavady, Puducherry - 605 009, 2248391, 2249392, 2248987, [email protected]), and submit the duly…
Offline Step 3: The interested applicant should visit (on a working day, and during office hours) the General Manager of the District Industries Centre (Thattanchavady, Puducherry - 605 009, 2248391, 2249392, 2248987, [email protected]), and submit the duly filled and signed application form and the documents to the concerned authority.
Step 4: On receipt of the application, necessary entries will be made in the application receipt register and a unique number is assigned to the applicant for identifying each applicant which shall be used for all further references and also as ac…
Offline Step 4: On receipt of the application, necessary entries will be made in the application receipt register and a unique number is assigned to the applicant for identifying each applicant which shall be used for all further references and also as acknowledgement for the receipt of the application.
Common questions in Puducherry
Who can apply for Grant To Handicrafts Societies" Component of the "Development of Handicrafts" Scheme in Puducherry?
Eligible residents of Puducherry who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Grant To Handicrafts Societies" Component of the "Development of Handicrafts" Scheme. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Grant To Handicrafts Societies" Component of the "Development of Handicrafts" Scheme in Puducherry?
Applicants in Puducherry typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
PUDUMAI Handicrafts Artisans Society in Puducherry receives an annual grant of [?]10,00,000 for conducting exhibitions.