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“Training in Coir” Component of the "Development of Coir" Scheme

The scheme “Training in Coir” by the Dept of Industries and Commerce, UT of Puducherry aims to promote and develop Coir and Coir-based industries in the region. Additionally, it focuses on providing a 6-month training to the rural poor in producing coir products to generate employment.

State Composite

States / UT: Puducherry

Nodal department: Industries and Commerce Department, Puducherry

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Categories: Skills & Employment

Sub-categories: Training and Skill Up-gradation

Target beneficiaries: Individual

Tags: Skill, Training, Coir, Rural, Poor, Employment

Details

The scheme “Training in Coir” Component of the "Development of Coir" Scheme by the Department of Industries and Commerce, Union Territory of Puducherry aims to promote and develop Coir and Coir-based industries in the region. Additionally, it focuses on providing a 6-month training to the rural poor in producing coir products with the objective of generating employment.

Benefits

  • - Stipend of ₹1,500per month per trainee during the 6-month training period
  • An honorarium of ₹300per month per trainee for the trainer, with a maximum of ₹3,000per month
  • Compensation for wastage of raw materials: ₹200per month per trainee, with a maximum of ₹2,000per month
  • Stipend of ₹1,500 per month per trainee during the 6-month training period.
  • An honorarium of ₹300 per month per trainee for the trainer, with a maximum of ₹3,000 per month.
  • Compensation for wastage of raw materials: ₹200 per month per trainee, with a maximum of ₹2,000 per month.

Eligibility

  • The applicant should be a native of Puducherry Union Territory or a continuous resident for the past three years.
  • The applicant should be between 18 to 35 years of age.
  • The applicant should be literate.
  • The applicant should not have already been trained through this scheme.

Application Process

Offline

Step 1: The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: The interested applicant should visit (on a working day, and during office hours) the Project Manager (Cottage Industries) of the District Industries Centre (Thattanchavady, Puducherry - 605 009), and submit the duly filled and signed application form and the documents to the concerned authority.
Step 4: On receipt of the application, necessary entries will be made in the application receipt register and a unique number is assigned to the applicant for identifying each applicant which shall be used for all further references and also as acknowledgement for the receipt of the application.

Clarifications

Additional points from the scheme information published on myScheme (not legal advice).

What is the main objective of the "Training in Coir" component of the "Development of Coir" Scheme?
The scheme aims to promote and develop Coir and Coir-based industries in the Union Territory of Puducherry through a 6-month training for rural poor.
What financial support does a trainee receive during the 6-month training period?
Trainees are entitled to a stipend of ₹1,500 per month, providing support during the training.
How does the scheme address the issue of wastage of raw materials during training?
Compensation for wastage of raw materials is provided at ₹200 per month per trainee, with a maximum of ₹2,000 per month.
What is the honorarium for trainers under this scheme?
Trainers receive an honorarium of ₹300 per month per trainee, capped at a maximum of ₹3,000 per month.
What age group is eligible to apply for the "Training in Coir" component?
Applicants aged between 18 to 35 years are eligible to participate in the training.
What is the primary focus of the 6-month training provided by the scheme?
The training aims to equip the rural poor with the skills to produce coir products, ultimately fostering employment opportunities.
Where can individuals access the application forms for the "Training in Coir" scheme?
Application forms can be downloaded from the official website at https://dic.py.gov.in/application-forms-download-area.
What eligibility criteria must an applicant meet to be considered for the scheme?
Applicants should be natives of Puducherry or continuous residents for the past three years, aged 18 to 35, literate, and not have undergone previous training through the scheme.
How does the scheme contribute to the development of Coir and Coir-based industries?
The scheme aims to promote and develop Coir and Coir-based industries in the Union Territory of Puducherry by providing targeted training.
What documents are required for the application process?
Residential Certificate, Age Proof, Educational Certificates (if applicable), and a declaration of not having attended the training before are necessary documents.
What measures does the scheme take to ensure that applicants have not been previously trained?
The declaration of not already attending this training serves as a measure to verify that applicants have not undergone previous training through the scheme.
Where can individuals address their grievances related to the "Training in Coir" scheme?
Grievances can be addressed through the Grievance Redressal Mechanism at https://industry.py.gov.in/grievance-redressal-mechanism.
What role does the Department of Industries and Commerce, Union Territory of Puducherry, play in the scheme?
The department oversees the implementation of the scheme, promoting and developing Coir and Coir-based industries.
How does the scheme contribute to the employment generation objective?
By providing training in coir production to the rural poor, the scheme aims to create employment opportunities within the sector.
What steps can applicants take to get in touch with the relevant authorities for additional information?
For further information or inquiries, applicants can refer to the "Contact Us" section on the official website at https://dic.py.gov.in/contact-us.

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