Infrastructure and Technology Support
in Chandigarh
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Infrastructure and Technology Support in Chandigarh
Infrastructure and Technology Support is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Chandigarh.
Apply for Infrastructure and Technology Support in Chandigarh
Scheme Overview
The sub-scheme “Infrastructure and Technology Support” aims to develop world-class infrastructure in the country to support handicraft production, enhance product quality, and reduce costs to enable it to compete in the global market.
Eligibility Criteria
- Eligible Local statutory bodies, Apex Cooperative Societies, and National level Apex Societies (registered under the Society Act/Trust Act, etc.)
- Producer Company supported by O/O DC Handicrafts.
- Only implementing agencies with a minimum audited annual turnover of Rs. 1.5 Cr in the last three consecutive years will be eligible for implementation of infrastructure projects. However, this provision shall not be applied in the case of Central/State or state government agencies as an Implementing Agency (IA).
Benefits
Financial assistance and funding pattern:
The financial ceiling for urban haat is maximum INR 800 lakh for each unit for 80 stalls.
40% of the admissible amount shall be borne by the O/o the DC(H) and DC(Hl) each and 20% will be contributed by the state implementing agency.
Land will be provided by state govt and will be over and above the 20 % contribution by the implementing agency.
In case of NER, Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh – 45 % of the admissible amount will be borne by the O/o the DC (HC) and DC (HL) each and 10% shall be contributed by the implementing agency.
Assistance will also be given for strengthening/renovation of existing Urban Haats subject to a maximum financial limit of INR 250 lakhs (90% assistance will be borne by the Office of the DC (Handicrafts) & DC(Hl)and 10% by state.
Note- The financial assistance will be based on the number of stalls, land area & other deliverables in proportionate manner. The PAMC shall comprise DC (HC), ADC (HC), ADC(HL), representative of IFW and representative of State Implementing agency.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Proposal in prescribed proforma. |
| 2 | Recommendation letter of Field office/Regional Office. |
| 3 | Valid Registration Certificate. |
| 4 | Article & Memorandum of Association. |
| 5 | Bye-Laws. |
| 6 | Three years Balance Sheet & audited statement of accounts. |
| 7 | Annual Report of last Year. |
| 8 | Affidavit in respect of Non-Corrupt Practice and validity of Registration. |
| 9 | Land ownership document/ Lease agreement for the proposed project/Detailed Project Report. |
| 10 | Feasibility report of the project to be certified by a scheduled commercial bank. |
| 11 | Construction plan and cost estimate duly authenticated by Architect/ Chartered Engineer. |
| 12 | Third-party assessment report from a recognized Chartered Engineer/ technical valuer for equipment/ machines to be installed |
| 13 | Undertaking that balance of the total cost to be borne by the implementing agency, along with escalated cost, if any. |
| 14 | Any other documents mentioned in Proforma/ desired by the competent authority. |
| 15 | Monthly Performance Report/ Performance cum Achievement Report (as applicable) with photographs. |
| 16 | Verification report (Gist of expenditure) with the mode of payment from concerned Asst. Director, Handicrafts Service Centre/Field formation |
| 17 | Utilization Certification in GFR 12A duly verified/certified by Chartered Accountant with membership No. and countersigned by Implementing Agency. |
| 18 | An audited statement of accounts and statement of expenditure duly verified/certified by Chartered Accountant with membership No. and countersigned by Implementing Agency. |
| 19 | An inspection report from the concerned AD of the field office. |
| 20 | Any other documents desired by the competent authority. |
How to Apply in Chandigarh
The proposals would be invited through advertisement on the official website. The proposals in the prescribed proforma along with all the (self-attested) supporting documents in hard copy should reach the concerned Handicraft Service Center (HSC),…
Online The proposals would be invited through advertisement on the official website. The proposals in the prescribed proforma along with all the (self-attested) supporting documents in hard copy should reach the concerned Handicraft Service Center (HSC), O/o the DC (HC) in time. NOTE 1: The proposal sent earlier without any invitation or received after the timeline/last date, mentioned above, will not be entertained. NOTE 2: Incomplete proposals without the mandatory enclosures and proposals that are not clearly recommended and received after the due date will not be considered.
Common questions in Chandigarh
Who can apply for Infrastructure and Technology Support in Chandigarh?
Eligible residents of Chandigarh who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Infrastructure and Technology Support. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Infrastructure and Technology Support in Chandigarh?
Applicants in Chandigarh typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
What are the important dates for Infrastructure and Technology Support?
Key dates are summarized in the table on this page, from 30 January 2025 through 30 January 2025, based on values DeshSeva currently stores for this item.
Frequently Asked Questions
It is a sub-scheme under the NHDP that aims to build world-class infrastructure to support handicraft production, improve product quality, reduce costs, and enhance global competitiveness for Indian artisans.