Shilpi Gram Scheme (Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe)

Description
The "Shilpi Gram Scheme Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe " scheme was launched by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to preserve, promote, and develop traditional artisan crafts among Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in Uttarakhand. Under this scheme, free skill development training, infrastructure development, raw material support, and marketing facilities are provided to SC/ST artisans in identified artisan villages. Objectives: - To identify and revive traditional crafts as sustainable livelihood options. - To categorize artisans into skilled, semi-skilled, and unskilled and provide training accordingly. - To create awareness, provide orientation training, and develop artisan skills. - To promote new technologies and designs and set up raw material depots. - To provide marketing support through exhibitions, fairs, and permanent haats. - To collect baseline data for planning financial assistance, marketing, and welfare.

Benefits
• Free Skill Training:
• Training is offered at three levels — awareness & orientation, basic training, and vocational training.
• Infrastructure Support:
• Development of artisan villages with electricity, water, roads, and common facilities.
• Marketing Assistance:
• Support for exhibitions, fairs, permanent haats, and promotion of Uttarakhand-branded craft products.
• Raw Material Support:
• Establishment of raw material depots like Wool Bank, Wood Bank.
• Recognition & Awards:
• Awards for outstanding artisans and participation in national/international fairs.
• Exposure Visits:
• Exposure tours to other states with advanced handicrafts.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant must be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand.
2. The applicant must belong to a Scheduled Caste or Scheduled Tribe community.
3. The applicant's annual income should not exceed ₹1,05,600 in rural areas and ₹1,29,840 in urban areas.
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Required Documents
• Passport-size Photograph
• Voter ID
• Aadhaar Card
• Disability Certificate (If applicable)
• Caste Certificate (If applicable)
• Any Other Document if Required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who implements this scheme?
A: The Department of Social Welfare, Uttarakhand, in coordination with voluntary organizations.

Q: Is there any training fee?
A: No, all training under this scheme is free of cost.

Q: Who can apply for this scheme?
A: Scheduled Caste or Scheduled Tribe individuals residing in Uttarakhand within the specified income limit.

Q: What benefits are provided under the scheme?
A: Skill training, infrastructure support, marketing help, raw materials, exposure tours, and awards.
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Q: How are trainees selected?
A: Through a committee led by the Chief Development Officer (CDO), based on applications and surveys.

Q: Can artisans from all districts apply?
A: Yes, all selected development blocks across Uttarakhand are covered.

Q: Is there a provision for advanced training?
A: Yes, vocational and product-quality-focused training is offered, and can be extended based on need.

Q: What documents are required to apply?
A: Caste Certificate, Disability Certificate, Aadhaar Card, and Photographs, etc.

Q: Are artisans given certificates after training?
A: Yes, training completion certificates and registration IDs are issued.

Q: Can existing artisans also apply?
A: Yes, especially those lacking formal training or infrastructure support.