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Uttarakhand Unn Yojana

Uttarakhand

Uttarakhand Unn Yojana is a state government scheme run by Uttarakhand that supports weavers and artisans working in the wool industry. The scheme provides regular payment for spinning and weaving work, along with pension benefits and annual bonuses. It aims to create steady employment and income for traditional wool workers in Uttarakhand.

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West Bengal Handloom and Khadi Weavers Financial Benefit Scheme 2024: Assistance to Viable and Potentially Viable PWCS

West Bengal

This scheme is run by the MSME and Textiles Department of the West Bengal Government. It provides financial assistance to Primary Weavers' Cooperative Societies (PWCS) and Khadi societies that meet viability standards. The scheme aims to strengthen handloom and khadi weaving communities by supporting cooperative societies that are either already viable or have the potential to become viable. Financial help is given to improve operations and sustainability of these weaving organizations.

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West Bengal Handloom and Khadi Weavers Financial Benefit Scheme 2024: Supply of Yarn to Societies etc. at Subsidized Rate

West Bengal

This scheme is run by the MSME and Textiles Department of the West Bengal Government. It provides yarn at reduced prices to handloom weavers' societies, khadi societies, and Primary Weavers' Cooperative Societies (PWCS). The goal is to help small weavers access affordable raw materials for their weaving work.

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Mission Solar Charkha

Ministry Of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises

Mission Solar Charkha is a pilot scheme run by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises to create employment through traditional spinning and weaving. The scheme sets up Solar Charkha Clusters in focal villages and surrounding areas within 8-10 kilometers radius. It aims to provide modern solar-powered equipment to spinners and weavers, combining traditional crafts with renewable energy.

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Assistance Scheme for Handloom Spinning-Weaving Women Workers

Uttarakhand

This scheme provides financial support to women artisans engaged in traditional handloom spinning and weaving work in Uttarakhand. It aims to preserve and promote traditional weaving crafts by making modern handloom equipment affordable for women workers. The scheme is implemented by the Uttarakhand government to support the livelihoods of women in the handloom sector.

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Revised Education Scheme For Children Of Artisans/Weavers Of Handicrafts And Handloom Departments

Jammu and Kashmir

This is a scholarship scheme run by the Industries and Commerce Department of the Jammu and Kashmir government. It provides financial support to help children of artisans and weavers working in handicrafts and handloom sectors complete their education. The scheme aims to encourage education among families involved in traditional crafts and weaving work.

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Mill Gate Price Subsidy Scheme

Gujarat

The Mill Gate Price Subsidy Scheme is a Gujarat government initiative designed to support handloom weavers and weaving organizations by reducing the cost of yarn purchases. The scheme provides subsidies on yarn bought from NHDC (National Handloom Development Corporation) depots and covers freight charges. It aims to help weavers below the poverty line continue their traditional craft affordably.

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Payment of Ex-Gratia to the Families of Suicidal Weavers

Andhra Pradesh

This scheme provides financial support to families of weavers who have died by suicide due to difficulties in their weaving work. Run by the Department of Handlooms & Textiles in Andhra Pradesh since June 2004, it aims to help the bereaved families cope with the loss of their primary earner. The ex-gratia payment is a one-time financial assistance given to the next of kin of eligible weavers.

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Primary Cooperative Agriculture and Rural Development Bank: For Handloom and Other Non Farm Sector Activities

Tamil Nadu

This scheme provides loans to farmers and rural workers engaged in handloom weaving and other non-farm sector activities in Tamil Nadu. Run by Primary Cooperative Agriculture and Rural Development Banks, it aims to support income generation through small business and craft activities. The scheme offers affordable credit to help borrowers start or expand their non-agricultural enterprises.

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Kaimagga Vikasa Yojana - Karnataka

Karnataka

Kaimagga Vikasa Yojana is a Karnataka state scheme designed to support and develop handloom weaving as a sustainable livelihood. It aims to help existing weavers improve their skills and income while attracting young people to join the handloom industry. The scheme works to preserve Karnataka's rich handloom weaving heritage and culture for future generations.

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