National Handicrafts Development Programme: Infrastructure And Technology Support: URBAN HAAT
in Kerala
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National Handicrafts Development Programme: Infrastructure And Technology Support: URBAN HAAT in Kerala
National Handicrafts Development Programme: Infrastructure And Technology Support: URBAN HAAT is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Kerala.
Apply for National Handicrafts Development Programme: Infrastructure And Technology Support: URBAN HAAT in Kerala
Scheme Overview
The scheme "Infrastructure & Technology Support: URBAN HAAT" is introduced is to set up a permanent marketing infrastructure in towns/ metropolitan cities to provide direct marketing facilities to handicrafts artisans/handloom weavers, enabling them to sell their products to wider target audience.
Eligibility Criteria
- Local statutory bodies, Apex cooperative Societies, and National level Apex Societies (registered under 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 Govt. agencies as an Implementing Agency (IA).
Benefits
> **Financial Assistance and Funding Pattern for the Implementing Agencies:**
**For Urban Haat**: ₹8,00,00,000/- per unit. - **Funding Split:** 40% by O/o DC(HC) and DC(HL) each; 20% by the implementing agency. - **Land Contribution:** Provided by the implementing agency, in addition to the 20% contribution. - **Special Areas (NER, J&K, Ladakh, A&N Islands, Lakshadweep):** 45% by O/o DC(HC) and DC(HL) each; 10% by the implementing agency. - **Renovation Assistance:** Up to ₹2,50,00,000/- with 100% borne by O/o DC(Handicrafts) & DC(Handlooms).
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**NOTE 1:** Assistance will also be given for Mini Urban Haats on need-based and feasibility. The financial assistance will be based on the number of stalls, land area &amp; other deliverables in a proportionate manner.
The PAMC shall comprise DC(HC), DC(HL), and a representative of IFW.
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> **Upon receipt of the Financial Assistance, the following shall be the deliverables for the Implementing Agency:**
Erection of 50-80 Stalls of 10x8 sq. ft. each.
2 Toilets each for Ladies and Gents
Dormitory for Craftspersons with provisions for a minimum of 100 people
Food Court
Pavilion /Stage for Cultural Programme
Store Room
Meeting/Conference Room
Souvenir Shop
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> **Benefits for the Buyers/Tourists:**
The Food &amp; Craft Bazaar will provide leisure &amp; recreational facilities for domestic as well as international tourists on the lines of Dilli Haat, which has already attained a prominent status amongst domestic &amp; International buyers/ tourists.
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. |
Common questions in Kerala
Who can apply for National Handicrafts Development Programme: Infrastructure And Technology Support: URBAN HAAT in Kerala?
Eligible residents of Kerala who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for National Handicrafts Development Programme: Infrastructure And Technology Support: URBAN HAAT. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for National Handicrafts Development Programme: Infrastructure And Technology Support: URBAN HAAT in Kerala?
Applicants in Kerala typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Full Form of NHDP is "National Handicrafts Development Programme".