Travel Grants To Goan Authors

Description
The scheme "Travel Grants To Goan Authors" is a state-level cultural scheme by the Kala Academy, Department of Art and Culture, Government of Goa. The objective of the scheme is to enable the Goan writers to come in close contact with the senior writers of a language-region other than their own within India to acquaint them with the writers and the people of that region, and to widen their awareness and sensibility about the country as a nation.

Benefits
• The grant amount will be decided by Kala Academy with provision for an advance upto 75% of the total grant for a maximum of two Goan authors.

Eligibility Criteria
1. - The applicant should be a writer.
2. - The applicant should be from Goa.
3. _*A copy of the rules and regulations is available at Kala Academy free of charge._

Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: The entries are invited by releasing press announcements in local print and electronic media. The announcement consists of the proforma prescribed by the Kala Academy for application to the scheme.
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Step 1: The entries are invited by releasing press announcements in local print and electronic media. The announcement consists of the proforma prescribed by the Kala Academy for application to the scheme.

Step 2: Step 2: In the provided entry form, the interested applicant should fill in all the mandatory fields and attach copies of all the supporting documents.
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Step 2: In the provided entry form, the interested applicant should fill in all the mandatory fields and attach copies of all the supporting documents.

Step 3: Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed form along with the supporting documents, within the prescribed period (if any), to the Member Secretary, Kala Academy, Goa, Campal, Panaji.
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Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed form along with the supporting documents, within the prescribed period (if any), to the Member Secretary, Kala Academy, Goa, Campal, Panaji.

Step 4: Step 4: Applications are placed before the Advisory Committee (Literature of Kala Academy) for their recommendation and subsequent approval by the authorities of Kala Academy.
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Authority for Redressal of Grievances: Member Secretary/Chairman, Kala Academy, Goa.

Required Documents
• Detailed Biodata.
• Travel Plan Within Stipulated Time.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the purpose of this travel grant scheme for authors, and how will it benefit me as a writer?
A: The scheme enables Goan writers to connect with senior writers from other language regions within India, helping them broaden their awareness and understanding of the country’s literary and cultural diversity.

Q: How many authors are selected for the travel grant each year under this program?
A: A maximum of two Goan authors are selected annually for the travel grant.

Q: Where can I find the complete rules and regulations regarding eligibility for this travel grant?
A: The rules and regulations are available free of cost at Kala Academy.

Q: How does the selection process work for choosing authors who receive the travel grant?
A: Applications are reviewed by the Advisory Committee (Literature of Kala Academy), which makes recommendations for final approval by Kala Academy’s authorities.

Q: What is the procedure for applying, and what documents must I submit with my application?
A: Applicants must submit a duly filled prescribed entry form along with a detailed biodata and travel plan within the specified deadline.

Q: Is there any financial assistance provided, and how much can I expect to receive as a grant?
A: The grant amount is decided by Kala Academy, with an advance of up to 75% of the total grant available.

Q: What are the financial requirements after receiving the travel grant, and what documents must I submit post-travel?
A: Upon completing the journey, the author must submit a final bill along with a detailed tour report to Kala Academy.

Q: Who is the designated authority responsible for receiving and processing the travel grant applications?
A: The Member Secretary of Kala Academy, Goa, is the authority responsible for receiving applications.

Q: If I face any issues or have grievances regarding the application process, whom should I contact?
A: Grievances can be addressed to either the Member Secretary or the Chairman of Kala Academy, Goa.

Q: How are applicants informed about the opening of applications for this travel grant scheme?
A: Press announcements are released in local print and electronic media to invite entries from interested authors.

Q: Is there a specific deadline for submitting the application, and where can I find this information?
A: The stipulated deadline for submission will be mentioned in the press announcements released by Kala Academy.

Q: Do I need to provide a detailed travel plan as part of my application, and what should it include?
A: Yes, a detailed travel plan must be submitted along with the application, outlining the intended journey and engagement with writers from another region.

Q: Can I apply if I am a writer from outside Goa but currently residing in the state?
A: The scheme is specifically for Goan authors; residency or origin eligibility details should be confirmed with Kala Academy.

Q: Is there any restriction on the language or region I can visit under this travel grant?
A: The scheme encourages interaction with writers from a language-region other than the applicant’s own within India.