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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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StateSocial Welfare

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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StateFinancial

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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CentralSocial Welfare

Jute Raw Material Bank Scheme

Ministry Of Textiles

The Jute Raw Material Bank Scheme (JRMB) is a national initiative by the Ministry of Textiles to establish storage and supply centers for raw jute materials across jute-producing regions. These banks are set up in local jute clusters in partnership with experienced agencies that have proper storage and display facilities. The scheme aims to ensure steady supply of quality raw jute to small jute producers, weavers, and small units at reasonable prices.

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StateSocial Welfare

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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Bunkar Parivar Ke Pratibhavan Chatra-Chatraon Ko Protsahan Puraskar Yojana

Chhattisgarh

This Chhattisgarh government scheme encourages talented children from weaver families to pursue higher education after school. The scheme provides monetary rewards to students who perform well in their 10th and 12th board examinations. It aims to support and motivate the next generation from weaving communities to continue their studies.

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StateSocial Welfare

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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CentralEmployment

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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