Padhuke Kuteera Scheme Karnataka

Description
The "Paduke Kuteera Scheme" was implemented by Karnataka Leather Industries Development Corporation Ltd, Department of Social Welfare, Govt of Karnataka. The scheme aims to provide a steel-made kiosk Paduke Kuteera and a tool kit free of cost to roadside cobblers engaged in repair work or footwear production. The scheme promotes self-employment by offering proper infrastructure and resources to cobblers.

Benefits
• Free Paduke Kuteera made of steel material with signage board display arrangement.
• Free Tool Kit.
• NOTE: Unit cost for each Kuteera is ₹1,25,000/-.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be leather artisans.
2. The applicant should belongs to sub-castes Arundathiyar, Chammadiya, Chamar, Chambar, Chamagar, Madar, Madig, Madiga, Mini Madig, Jambavalu, Haralayya, Machigar, Mochigar, Mochi, muchi, Telugu Mochi, kamaati mocha, Rohidas, Dhor, kakkayya, Kankayya, Samagara, Samagar, Aadhi Anddra, Aadhi Dravida, Aadhi Karnataka among scheduled castes.
3. The age of the applicant should be 18 years.
4. The applicant's annual family income should not exceed ₹30,000/- in rural areas and ₹25,000/- in urban areas.
5. The applicant or their family members must not have received benefits from other schemes, except training programs.
6. The applicant's family members should not be employed in government or semi-government organizations.

Application Process
Step 1: Step-01: Visit the official Seva Sindhu Portal.
Step-02: Choose "New Users Register Here" and fill in your Aadhaar Number and the Captcha code.
Step-03: An OTP will be sent to your Aadhaar-linked mobile number. Enter the OTP to continue.
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Step-01: Visit the official Seva Sindhu Portal.
Step-02: Choose "New Users Register Here" and fill in your Aadhaar Number and the Captcha code.
Step-03: An OTP will be sent to your Aadhaar-linked mobile number. Enter the OTP to continue.
Step-04: Once your DigiLocker account is created, click "Allow" to proceed.
Step-05: Fill out your email ID, mobile number, create a password, and enter the captcha, then click "Submit".
Step-06: You will receive OTPs on both your email and mobile number. Enter both OTPs and select "Validate".
Step-07: Once validated, a confirmation message will indicate your registration is successful.
Step-01: Go to Seva Sindhu Portal and select "Department & Services".
Step-02: Select department "Social Welfare Department" and click on the scheme "Padhuke Kuteera Scheme"
Step-03: Click "Apply Online" and enter your registered email ID/mobile number and the OTP.
Step-04: Select the scheme and provide your personal, address, and banking details as required.
Step-05: Once submitted, you will receive an Application ID. You can use this ID to track your application status on the portal.

Required Documents
• Aadhaar Card.
• Caste Certificate with RD number.
• Annual Income Certificate.
• Ration Card.
• Passport-size Photograph of the applicant and his/her spouse.
• E-Shram Card (Only for Profession-cobbler/shoe Maker).
• Bank Passbook.
• Detailed Project Report.
• Profession Certificate/Skill Test Certificate (issued by the Technical section committee of the Corporation).

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?
A: Leather artisans belonging to SC sub-castes such as Arundathiyar, Chamar, Mochi, etc., are eligible.

Q: What is the unit cost of the Paduke Kuteera?
A: The unit cost is [?]1,25,000.

Q: Is there an age limit to apply?
A: Yes, applicants must be at least 18 years old.

Q: Are female artisans given any special reservation?
A: Yes, 33% of the benefits are reserved for female artisans.

Q: How do I apply for the scheme?
A: You can apply online via the Suvidha or Seva Sindhu portals.

Q: What documents are required for the application?
A: Documents like Aadhaar Card, Caste Certificate, Income Certificate, and Ration Card are required.

Q: Can physically challenged artisans apply for the scheme?
A: Yes, 5% of the benefits are reserved for physically challenged candidates.

Q: How are beneficiaries selected?
A: The District Co-Ordinator verifies applications, and the District Level Selection Committee finalizes the beneficiaries.

Q: What happens after the selection of beneficiaries?
A: The list is forwarded to the Head Office for administrative approval and is then published for implementation.

Q: What is the implementation process after approval?
A: Once approved, the kiosks and toolkits are distributed to the selected beneficiaries for immediate use.