Training in Handicrafts" Component of the "Development Of Handicrafts" Scheme

Description
The "Training in Handicrafts" Component of the "Development Of Handicrafts" Scheme by the Department of Industries and Commerce, Government of Puducherry, aims to create better employment opportunities and enhance the livelihood of the rural poor. The training adopts a Gurukulam model, emphasizing learning the craft within its environment.

Benefits
• Trainees will receive a stipend of ₹1,500 per month.
• Master craftspersons will be compensated with an honorarium of ₹300 per trainee (up to ₹3,000 per month), and ₹150 per trainee per month for raw material wastage (up to ₹1,500 per month).
• Soapstone carving, Pith Craft, Tapestry, Wood carving, Bronze Icon, Serpentine stone carving, Terracotta, Tanjore Painting, Leather goods, Crochet, Paper Machine, Hand Printed Textile, Shell items, Palm Leaf articles, Embroidery and appliqué works, Mat Weaving, Batik Printing, Pottery/Clay toys/Ceramic, Miniature painting & printing, Cloth & Stuffed dolls, Decorative wax candles, Hand knitted Hammacks, Cane & Bamboo, Semi-precious stones and jewellery, Glazed art pottery, Dry flowers, Lampshade - Jute and paper, Wire craft, Fibre craft.

Eligibility Criteria
1. - The applicant should be a native of the Union Territory of Puducherry or a continuous resident for the past three years.
2. - The applicant should be between 18 and 35 years of age.

Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form.
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Step 1: The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form.

Step 2: Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
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Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).

Step 3: Step 3: The interested applicant should visit (on a working day, and during office hours) the Project Manager (Cottage Industries), and submit the duly filled and signed application form and the documents to the concerned authority.
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Step 3: The interested applicant should visit (on a working day, and during office hours) the Project Manager (Cottage Industries), and submit the duly filled and signed application form and the documents to the concerned authority.

Step 4: Step 4: On receipt of the application, necessary entries will be made in the application receipt register and a unique number is assigned to the applicant for identifying each applicant which shall be used for all further references and also as ac…
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Step 4: On receipt of the application, necessary entries will be made in the application receipt register and a unique number is assigned to the applicant for identifying each applicant which shall be used for all further references and also as acknowledgement for the receipt of the application.

Required Documents
• Birth Certificate/ Residential Certificate.
• Age Proof.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the primary objective of the "Training in Handicrafts" component under the "Development Of Handicrafts" scheme?
A: The primary objective is to create better employment opportunities and enhance the livelihood of the rural poor.

Q: When is the application period for the training, and how is it announced?
A: Applications are accepted in July, and advertisements are published in local dailies during the same month.

Q: When does the training for the "Training in Handicrafts" scheme commence?
A: Training commencement is scheduled for December.

Q: What is the duration of the training period for the scheme?
A: The training period is 6 months.

Q: What stipend will trainees receive during the 6-month training period?
A: Trainees will receive a stipend of [?]1500 per month.

Q: How are master craftspersons compensated under the scheme?
A: Master craftspersons receive an honorarium of [?]300 per trainee (up to [?]3000 per month) and [?]150 per trainee per month for raw material wastage (up to [?]1500 per month).

Q: Can you list some of the crafts practiced under the scheme?
A: Soapstone carving, Pith Craft, Tapestry, Wood carving, Bronze Icon, Serpentine stone carving, Terracotta, and many others.

Q: What are the eligibility criteria for applicants?
A: Applicants should be between 18 and 35 years of age and native of the Union Territory of Puducherry or continuous residents for the past three years.

Q: How can citizens access the Citizen's Charter for more details?
A: They can access it at https://dic.py.gov.in/sites/default/files/citizencharter.pdf.

Q: Where can citizens find the Grievance Redressal mechanism for the scheme?
A: The Grievance Redressal mechanism is available at https://industry.py.gov.in/grievance-redressal-mechanism.

Q: What is the compensation for raw material wastage for master craftspersons?
A: Master craftspersons receive [?]150 per trainee per month for raw material wastage (up to [?]1500 per month).