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The scheme aims to provide Entrepreneurship training, to encourage prospective entrepreneurs to start the coir industry. Awareness programmes will also be arranged for the existing coir industries about the modern technology and scheme, and incentives available under the State Grant.

Benefit: Entrepreneurship training to prospective entrepreneurs to start the coir industry. Awareness programmes on modern technology and incentives under the state grant for existing coir industries.

The "Exhibition" scheme by the Department of Industries and Commerce, Government of Puducherry, was introduced to boost the marketability of handicrafts and enhance sales through the organization of exhibitions. These exhibitions are conducted locally and in various states of the country.

Benefit: Travelling allowance to-and-fro 2nd class (berth) train fare. For participation in A1 cities' exhibitions: Daily allowance of ₹300 per day per crafts person. For participation in non-A1 cities' exhibitions: Daily allowance of ₹200 per day per crafts person. For participation in local exhibitions: Daily allowance of ₹150 per day per crafts person. Reimbursement of actual expenditure for transporting handicrafts goods from the unit to the exhibition spot.

The scheme “Exposure Tour For The Coir Artisans” by the Dept of Industries and Commerce, Union Territory of Puducherry is introduced for acquiring the latest techniques and innovative ideas in various coir units located in other states, the exposure tour will be conducted for the coir artisans.

Benefit: The expenses relating to conveyance, accommodation, fees to the visiting institution, etc will be paid. The participant will be provided ₹ 150/- per person per day as Daily Allowance.

“Family Counseling" under the umbrella scheme "Grant-in-Aid to Pondicherry State Social Welfare Board" was launched by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Puducherry. Through this scheme, the residents of Puducherry are provided with counselling, rehabilitative and referral services.

Benefit: Counselling, rehabilitative and referral services are provided in the centres for the victims of social problems. Psychological, Social, Educational and Economic issues of the individuals are also dealt with.

The scheme "Financial Grant for Reactivation of Mechanised Boats" is introduced by the Govt of Puducherry with the objective of increasing marine fish production by extending financial grants for the reactivation of wooden/steel mechanized boats.

Benefit: A financial grant for the reactivation of a registered wooden/steel mechanized boat will be extended at ₹ 10,000 per boat and ₹ 5,000 for a registered fiber-reinforced plastic mechanized boat. The grant is subject to revision as and when approved by the Government from time to time.

The scheme "Fishing Ban Period Assistance" under "Welfare and Relief for Fishermen During Lean Seasons and Natural Calamities Scheme" is introduced with the objective of assisting fishermen families who are deprived of income during natural calamities and fishing ban periods.

Benefit: 100 kgs. of rice and a cash dole at ₹ 750/- per fishermen's family during the period of ban on fishing during the year.

Through the "Generator Subsidy" scheme, 50% subsidy is provided to the industrial units of the micro, small, medium and large industries for the purchase and installation of generators. The applications are accepted offline in the prescribed form available on the Official Website of the Department.

Benefit: Subsidy: 50%.- Purpose: For the purchase and installation of the Generator purchased on or after 1st April 2017.- Ceiling: ₹5,00,000/- per annum per industrial unit.- Number of Installments: In single or multiple instalments, depending on the availability of funds.- Mode of Disbursement: The subsidy amount shall be disbursed through the financial institutions/banks only, if the unit is financed by them, towards the adjustment against the loan availed by the entrepreneurs or for the creation of additional fixed assets or for the working capital purposes. In case of self-financed units, the subsidy shall be disbursed directly to the entrepreneur/unit. _The financial institution shall mean and include PIPDIC or any other Government Corporation, Scheduled Banks including Co-operative Banks._

Through this scheme, the micro, small and medium industrial units (manufacturing and service sector) shall be eligible for the grant of 50% subsidy with a cap of ₹5,00,000/- per industrial unit on the investment made on or after 5-3-2009 on generator sets. The applications are accepted offline.

Benefit: 50% subsidy with a cap of ₹5,00,000/- per industrial unit.

The scheme "Grant of Margin Money for Availing Capital Loan" aims to incentivize entrepreneurs to establish new coir industries & revitalise existing ones. The units must be set up in Puducherry. The scheme provides margin money upon receipt of a financial institution's sanction order for a project.

Benefit: 25% margin money, capped at ₹25,00,000, upon receipt of a financial institution's sanction order for a project worth ₹1,00,00,000. The loan amount will be released to the bank on behalf of the entrepreneurs. The commercial production should commence within six months of the Margin Money Grant release.

The scheme aims to encourage the entrepreneur to set up Silk Weaving Units in Puducherry. This margin money grants will reduce the initial financial burden on the entrepreneurs while availing term loan/working capital loan from the financial institutions for setting up of silk weaving units.

Benefit: 25% as margin money (restricted to ₹50,000/-) on the loan amount, upon receipt of sanction order from the financial institution. The amount is released to the bank on behalf of the entrepreneurs.

The "Grant to Coir Cluster/Societies/Agency" scheme aims to foster the development of coir industries. The scheme encourages unemployed rural youth and artisan individuals to participate in the manufacturing and sales of coir products. Grant of ₹2,00,000 per year is provided for five years.

Benefit: Grant of ₹2,00,000 per year for five years to cover administrative and developmental expenses.

“Grant To Handicrafts Societies” by the Department of Industries and Commerce, UT of Puducherry aims to encourage the creation of Handicrafts Societies to enhance coordination and skill among craftspeople. Grants are provided to registered societies for organizing or participating in exhibitions.

Benefit: Grants to Handicrafts Societies for conducting exhibitions. PUDUMAI Handicrafts Artisans Society in Puducherry receives an annual grant of ₹10,00,000 for exhibition conduct. Other eligible societies receive ₹2,00,000 per annum for participating in exhibitions in and outside India for 5 years.

The scheme "Grant to Silk Societies/Agency" aims to encourage the silk weaving artisans to form registered societies/agencies to develop a cluster approach among the artisans which is effective and advisable at present for the successful development of their business.

Benefit: Grant of ₹2,00,000 per annum for 5 years, allocated for Administrative and Marketing expenses.

The "Grant to Subsidy for Raw Materials Procurement" Scheme by the Department of Industries and Commerce, Union Territory of Puducherry, aims to promote Coir Industries by providing a 15% subsidy on annual raw materials procurement, capped at ₹5,00,000 per annum per unit.

Benefit: 15% subsidy on annual raw materials procurement. Maximum subsidy capped at ₹5,00,000 per annum per unit.

The award for "Green and Eco-Friendly Measures" is conferred upon the industries that are green and eco-friendly as per the standards of the Department of Science, Technology and Environment (DSTE), Puducherry. The awardee is given a cash award of ₹2,00,000/- and a citation.

Benefit: Cash Award of ₹2,00,000/- and a Citation.

Through the scheme “Home for the Aged", the senior citizens are provided with stay at subsidiary rates, food (both vegetarian and non-vegetarian), routine health check up by doctors thrice in a week, providing news papers and television for entertainment.

Benefit: Stay at Subsidiary Rate of ₹1200/- for the Inmates. Food (Both Vegetarian and Non-vegetarian). Routine Health Check Up by Doctors Thrice in a Week. Newspapers and Television for Entertainment.

The scheme "Immediate Death Relief Assistance" is introduced with the objective of extending financial assistance to the fishermen's families to compensate for the loss due to the sudden demise of the breadwinner and to support them financially to run their family.

Benefit: ₹ 1,00,000 as immediate death relief assistance for the family (legal heir) of the deceased fisherman, received within 15 days to 3 months from the date of receipt of the application from the affected family.

"In-Plant Training" was introduced to create employment opportunities and motivate entrepreneurship among the educated unemployed youth. The trainees acquire the skill by observing, assisting and learning the job on their own in the plant itself, making them acquire better skills in the trade.

Benefit: Stipend Higher Secondary / ITI and below: ₹ 1,500/-. Any Graduate or 3 years Diploma in Engg. Or equivalent: ₹ 2,500/-. Degree in Engineering or Post Graduate in Arts & Science or equivalent: ₹ 3,000/-. Trainees having postgraduate qualification in a trade which requires under graduation as minimum qualification will be paid ₹ 3,000/- per month. During the period of training, the trainees may waste some of the raw materials for which an amount of ₹ 300/- per trainee per month is paid to the industrial units which impart training as compensation for wastage. Stipend payable will be based on the minimum educational qualification fixed for the trade concerned i.e. stipend will be the same for any notified trade irrespective of the trainee possessing higher qualification. Indicative List of Trades under In-Plant Training: Computer Application, Electrician, Electronics, Composing & Printing, Machinist, Auto Mechanic, A/C Refrigeration, Lab Technician. Commencement of Training: In July. Period of Training: One year.

Through this scheme, 30% Subsidy subject to a max. of ₹1,00,00,000/- will be granted on the investment made on building with a minimum extent of 50,000 sq.ft. constructed area, by the infrastructure developers/industries for leasing out to Information Technology industries or for own industrial use.

Benefit: 30% subsidy, subject to a maximum of ₹1,00,00,000/-. _The building value will be assessed by the PIPDIC/Public Works Department._ Number of Installments The infrastructure subsidy shall be disbursed in annual installment not exceeding ₹25,00,000/- per annum till completion of the total eligible subsidy. Mode of Disbursement The subsidy amount shall be disbursed through the financial institutions/banks only, if the unit is financed by them, towards the adjustment against the loan availed by the entrepreneurs or for the creation of additional fixed assets or for the working capital purposes. In case of self-financed units, the subsidy shall be disbursed directly to the entrepreneur/unit. The financial institution shall mean and include PIPDIC or any other Government Corporation, Scheduled Banks including Co-operative Banks.

The "Infrastructure Subsidy" is a Component of the "Motivation of Entrepreneurs to Start Industries and Fiscal Assistance to Industries" Scheme by the Industries and Commerce Department, Puducherry. 25% subsidy is provided to the industrial units who have made investments on buildings.

Benefit: 25% subsidy subject to a maximum of ₹1,00,00,000/-. For the infrastructure developer who has made investment on building with a minimum extent of 50,000 sq. ft. constructed area, for leasing out to IT industries. 25% subsidy subject to a maximum of ₹1,00,00,000/-. For the industrial unit, which is investing for construction of factory building of not less than 50,000 sq.ft for setting up of the IT industries. 25% subsidy subject to a maximum of ₹1,00,00,000/-. For the infrastructure developer who has made investment on building with a minimum extent of 50,000 sq. ft. constructed area, for leasing out to the bio-technology industries. 25% subsidy subject to a maximum of ₹50,00,000/-. For the bio-technology industry unit which has made investment on building with a minimum extent of 5,000 sq. ft for self-occupation. Number of Installments The subsidy shall be disbursed in annual installment not exceeding ₹25,00,000/- per annum till completion of the total eligible subsidy.