Silkworm Rearing Equipment

Description
The scheme “Silkworm Rearing Equipment” was launched by the Department of Sericulture, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to support individuals in silkworm rearing by providing necessary equipment, financial assistance, and technical guidance.

Benefits
• Under this scheme, selected beneficiaries are provided ₹40,000/- (in an 80:10:10 ratio) to purchase equipment necessary for silkworm rearing. Beneficiaries are required to contribute 10% of this amount themselves for the installation of the leaf chamber, while other rearing materials are provided by the department.
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Eligibility Criteria
1. The beneficiary must be a resident of Uttarakhand.
2. The beneficiary must belong to a cluster or group.
3. In hilly areas, a minimum of 25 farmers is required to form a cluster, while in plain areas, at least 50 farmers are mandatory.
4. The beneficiary must be willing to engage in sericulture.
5. Preference will be given to farmers who are already engaged in sericulture or who have mulberry seedlings available.
6. Under the Silk Samagra Yojana, saplings are planted on the boundaries of farmers’ fields, with a standard of 300 saplings per acre.
7. All farmers in the selected cluster are required to plant the saplings.
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Required Documents
• Voter ID Card/Ration Card
• Bank Account Details
• Land Documents / Ownership Proof
• Photographs of the Plantation Area
• Other supporting documents as required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible for the scheme?
A: Eligibility is for individuals willing to engage in silkworm rearing, preferably those already involved in sericulture or having mulberry edible plants.
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Q: What financial assistance is provided under the scheme?
A: Selected beneficiaries receive ₹40,000/- (in an 80:10:10 ratio) to purchase equipment necessary for silkworm rearing.
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Q: Is the beneficiary required to contribute financially?
A: Yes, beneficiaries are required to contribute 10% of the amount themselves, specifically for installing the leaf chamber.
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Q: What equipment is provided under the scheme?
A: The scheme provides leaf chambers and other rearing materials necessary for silkworm cultivation, while farmers contribute only for the leaf chamber installation.
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Q: How are beneficiaries organized?
A: Beneficiaries are organized into clusters or groups. A minimum of 25 farmers in hilly areas and 50 farmers in plain areas is required per cluster.
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Q: What is the standard for planting mulberry saplings?
A: Under the Silk Samagra Yojana, 300 saplings per acre are planted on the boundaries of farmers&#39; fields.
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Q: How are beneficiaries selected?
A: Beneficiaries are selected through publicity seminars, meetings, and training programs organized by representatives of cooperative societies or silk self-help groups affiliated with Chowki centers and center/range in-charges.
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Q: How is the grant disbursed to beneficiaries?
A: Grant funds are provided after verification of the work completed, including leaf chamber setup and plantation activities, under departmental supervision.
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