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Nekar Samman Yojana

Karnataka

Karnataka Nekar Samman Yojana is a relief scheme launched by the Karnataka government in 2020 to support weavers affected by the Covid-19 pandemic. The scheme provides financial assistance to destitute and struggling weavers engaged in handloom and textile work across Karnataka whose livelihoods were disrupted during the pandemic.

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Poompuhar State Award

Tamil Nadu

Poompuhar State Award is a recognition and financial assistance scheme launched by the Tamil Nadu Department of Handlooms, Handicrafts, Textiles & Khadi. It honors skilled artisans and craftspeople who have made significant contributions to traditional crafts and handlooms in Tamil Nadu. Awardees receive monetary rewards, a gold medal, and other recognition along with potential pension benefits.

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Utility Based Handicrafts Award

Tamil Nadu

The Utility Based Handicrafts Award is a recognition scheme launched by the Handlooms, Handicrafts, Textiles, and Khadi Department of the Tamil Nadu Government. It aims to encourage and honor artisans who produce practical, utility-focused handicraft items. The scheme recognizes excellence by awarding prizes to selected artisans for their quality work and contribution to the handicrafts sector.

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Hathkargha Samvardhan Sahayata

Odisha

Hathkargha Samvardhan Sahayata is a scheme run by the Odisha government to support handloom weavers across the state. It provides financial assistance to help weavers upgrade their looms and purchase accessories. The scheme aims to improve fabric quality, increase productivity, and modernize handloom weaving through technology upgradation.

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National Handloom Development Programme (NHDP): Scholarship Component

Ministry Of Textiles

The National Handloom Development Programme (NHDP) Scholarship Component is a central government scheme run by the Ministry of Textiles. It provides financial assistance to children of handloom weavers so they can pursue education in textile institutions. The scheme aims to support the next generation of weaver families by covering educational costs and providing monthly living expenses.

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Scheme For Waiver Of Loans To Handloom And Powerloom Sector

Andhra Pradesh

This scheme helps weavers, farmers, and self-help groups in Andhra Pradesh who have taken loans from banks. It provides relief by waiving (forgiving) their outstanding loan amounts. The scheme is managed by the Government of Andhra Pradesh and aims to reduce the financial burden on people working in the handloom and powerloom industry.

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40% Subsidy On Hank Yarn, Dyes & Chemicals Scheme

Andhra Pradesh

This scheme provides a 40% subsidy on hank yarn, dyes, and chemicals to support handloom weavers in Andhra Pradesh. Run by the Department of Handlooms & Textiles, Government of Andhra Pradesh, it helps reduce production costs for weavers. The subsidy is provided as a direct grant from the state government when materials are purchased from approved suppliers like NHDC and APCO.

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Old Age Pension To Handloom Weavers Under Coop. Fold

West Bengal

This scheme provides monthly pension assistance to elderly handloom weavers who are members of handloom cooperative societies in West Bengal. Run by the MSME and Textiles Department, it aims to support senior weavers with regular financial help during their old age. The pension is specifically designed for weavers working within the cooperative fold to ensure their financial security.

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Varishtha Bunkar Samman Yojana

Chhattisgarh

Varishtha Bunkar Samman Yojana is a Chhattisgarh state scheme that honors and supports senior weavers in the handloom sector. It provides financial assistance to experienced weavers aged 60 years and above who continue to actively produce cloth. The scheme recognizes the contribution of senior weavers by awarding those who produce the maximum cloth in their district.

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National Handicrafts Development Programme: Infrastructure And Technology Support: URBAN HAAT

Ministry Of Textiles

URBAN HAAT is a government scheme run by the Ministry of Textiles to help handicraft artisans and handloom weavers sell their products directly to customers. The scheme sets up permanent market spaces in towns and cities where artisans can display and sell their goods. This gives craftspeople a wider customer base and better business opportunities without going through middlemen.

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