Motorisation Of Traditional Crafts

Description
The scheme “Motorisation of Traditional Crafts” was launched by the Department of Fisheries & Animal Resources Development, Government of Odisha to increase the catch per voyage and incomes of traditional fishermen. Objective: - To increase the marine fish production from the State. - To increase the income and livelihoods of traditional fishermen by motorizing their traditional non-motorized crafts. Implementation Target & Area Of Operation: The scheme shall be implemented by the Additional Fisheries Officer Marine /DFO B&T , Balugaon in seven maritime districts of the State. The district-wise annual target shall be communicated by the Director of Fisheries at the beginning of the financial year. The target is interchangeable depending on the progress made by the District Level Officers.

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Benefits
• 1. Unit Cost and Subsidy Assistance are to be provided to the eligible beneficiary as under:
• 2. Financial Assistance shall be limited to 1 (one) unit per individual beneficiary.
• 3. Back-ended subsidy will be limited to 60% for SC/ST and 40% for General Category on the actual cost of the boat engine as per the GST bills.
• 4. Subsidy should be released directly to the Aadhaar-linked Bank Account of the beneficiary.

Eligibility Criteria
1. **The following are the eligibility criteria of the beneficiary:**
2. - The applicant must be a permanent resident of Odisha and must possess identity and residential proof including Aadhaar Card.
3. - The applicant must have Bank Account in his/her name in the State of Odisha.
4. - The applicant must be a traditional marine active fisherman.
5. - The applicant must not have availed subsidy for the purchase of an engine under any Government scheme in the last five years.
6. - The applicant must possess a traditional non-motorized fishing boat/traditional motorized fishing boat duly registered in Odisha.
7. - The applicant must possess a valid ownership certificate, Registration certificate, and Fishing license under the ReAL craft for a non-motorized traditional boat or traditional Motorized boat/craft.
8. - The applicant must not have acquired a boat through the transfer of ownership which is motorized under any Government scheme in the last five years availing subsidy by previous owners.

Required Documents
• Aadhaar Card
• Aadhaar-linked Bank A/C No. with IFS Code for DBT (Photocopy)
• Residence proof
• Passport-size photographs
• Photo ID Card
• Caste Certificate
• Boat Registration Certificate/Up-to-date License Certificate
• Fishing License

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the aim of the scheme?
A: The scheme aims to increase the catch per voyage and incomes of traditional fishermen.

Q: What is the objective of the scheme?
A: The objective of this scheme is to increase the marine fish production from the State and increase the income and livelihoods of traditional fishermen by motorizing their traditional non-motorized crafts.

Q: By which department was this scheme launched?
A: Fisheries & Animal Resources Development Department, Odisha

Q: What is the maximum admissible subsidy for General Category fishermen?
A: The maximum Admissible Subsidy for General Category is 40% of the actual cost of the boat engine as per the GST bills.

Q: What is the maximum admissible subsidy for ST/SC Category fishermen?
A: The maximum admissible subsidy for ST/SC Category is 60% of the actual cost of the boat engine as per the GST bills.

Q: For how many units will the financial assistance be given to the beneficiary?
A: Financial Assistance shall be limited to 1 (one) unit per individual beneficiary.

Q: How will the subsidy be released to the individual beneficiary?
A: Subsidy shall be released directly to the Aadhaar linked Bank Account of the beneficiary through DBT mode.

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

Q: Is registration of boats mandatory for the fishermen?
A: Yes, the fishermen must possess a traditional non-motorized fishing boat/traditional motorized fishing boat duly registered in Odisha.

Q: How Can I apply for the scheme?
A: An eligible fisherman may apply through both Online & Offline Mode.

Q: By whom will this scheme be implemented?
A: The scheme shall be implemented by the Additional Fisheries Officers/DFO (B&T), Balugaon of concerned coastal districts under the supervision and instructions of the Director of Fisheries, Odisha.

Q: How to register online?
A: In case of new users, please select Register, enter your aadhaar, and set a password to create the account. https://sugam.odisha.gov.in/website/citizen-portal/registration

Q: How to login online?
A: In case of already registered users, please enter your mobile number and password to log-in to your account. https://sugam.odisha.gov.in/website/citizen-portal/login

Q: I have forgotten my password. What should I do?
A: In case you do not remember your password please click on 'Forgot Password' and enter your mobile number and a text message will be sent to you for the next steps.