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Grant of 50% Subsidy for the Purchase of Aquarium and Its Accessories under "Development of Freshwater Aquaculture and Setting up of Aquarium, Ornamental Fish Breeding Centre"
5.8/10The Grant of 50% Subsidy for the Purchase of Aquarium and Its Accessories aims to promote aquarium keeping in Puducherry by providing eligible individuals with a subsidy of up to ₹3,500 for a complete aquarium setup. This setup includes essential components such as an aquarium, stand, power filter, air pump, lighting, gravel, goldfish, fish food, and a scoop net, with a total assessed unit cost of ₹7,000. To qualify for this subsidy, applicants must be residents of Puducherry, at least 18 years old, and must not have previously benefited from the scheme. The initiative is designed to enhance public interest in aquaculture and the art of maintaining aquariums, thereby fostering a greater appreciation for aquatic life. The scheme is available across all regions of Puducherry, ensuring widespread access to this financial assistance for individuals interested in starting their own aquarium.
States / UT: Puducherry
Nodal department: Fisheries and Fishermen Welfare Department, Puducherry
Scheme for: Individual
Scheme profile
DBT (direct benefit transfer): No
Categories: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Sub-categories: Fishing and hunting, Agricultural Inputs- seeds, fertilizer etc., Financial assistance
Target beneficiaries: Individual
Tags: Fisheries, Aquarium, Subsidy, Financial Assistance, Aquaculture, Fish
Details
The scheme "Grant of 50% Subsidy for the Purchase of Aquarium and Its Accessories" is a Sub-Component under the scheme "Development of Freshwater Aquaculture and Setting up of Aquarium, Ornamental Fish Breeding Centre”. The scheme is extended to all the regions of the Union territory of Puducherry. The scheme is introduced with the objective to propagate the importance of aquarium keeping and to inculcate the art of aquarium keeping among the general public.
Benefits
- - The department has assessed the unit cost for the aquarium and its accessories at ₹7,000 per unit
- The aquarium proposed to be issued to the beneficiaries consists of one aquarium/moulded aquarium, one stand, one power filter, one air pump, two numbers of 1’ tube lights, 10 kgs. of gravel, 9 numbers of gold fishes, 1 number of 100 grams fish food pocket and one number of scoop net. Pattern of Assistance (in ₹)
- Unit cost: 7,000 (Maximum) 50% subsidy by Government: 3,500 (Maximum) 50% and above the cost of an aquarium to be paid by the beneficiary to the Secretary/Administrator of PSFCF/ KFCMU/ Fishermen Co-operative Societies in Mahe and Yanam: 3,500 (Maximum) May vary from time to time
- The department has assessed the unit cost for the aquarium and its accessories at ₹ 7,000 per unit.
- The aquarium proposed to be issued to the beneficiaries consists of one aquarium/moulded aquarium, one stand, one power filter, one air pump, two numbers of 1’ tube lights, 10 kgs. of gravel, 9 numbers of gold fishes, 1 number of 100 grams fish food pocket and one number of scoop net.
Pattern of Assistance (in ₹)
- Unit cost: 7,000 (Maximum)*
- 50% subsidy by Government: 3,500 (Maximum)*
- 50% and above the cost of an aquarium to be paid by the beneficiary to the Secretary/Administrator of PSFCF/ KFCMU/ Fishermen Co-operative Societies in Mahe and Yanam: 3,500 (Maximum)*
** May vary from time to time.**
Eligibility
- The applicant should be a resident of the Union territory of Puducherry by domicile or by birth.
- The applicant should have attained 18 years of age.
- The applicant or their family member should not have benefited under the scheme previously.
- The applicant should possess a pucca house/commercial place to keep an aquarium.
How useful is this scheme?
A practical look at this scheme for citizens
AI-generated insights showing how useful, accessible, and practical this scheme may be — combining deterministic scoring rules with a public-policy LLM analyst.
- Accessibility6.0
- Financial impact6.0
- Rural utility6.0
- Awareness4.5
- Simplicity5.0
- Inclusivity6.0
What problem does this scheme solve?
The scheme provides financial assistance for aquarium setup, promoting aquaculture in Puducherry.
Key challenges addressed
- Encourages aquaculture
- Provides financial support for aquarium setup
Most beneficial for
- Residents of Puducherry
- Aquarium enthusiasts
- Individuals interested in aquaculture
Likely challenges
- Application complexity
- Limited awareness among potential beneficiaries
Practical insights for citizens
Practical for interested individuals but may face awareness issues
Rural challenges
- Limited awareness
- Access to local offices
Digital challenges
- Low digital engagement
- Limited online resources
Implementation bottlenecks
- Local authority processing times
Awareness challenges
- Lack of promotion of the scheme
Application analysis
- Application mode
- Offline office
- Documents burden
- Minimal, but requires personal documents
- Verification complexity
- Moderate, involves local authority verification
- Office dependency
- High, requires visiting local offices
- DBT dependency
- No direct benefit transfer involved
- CSC support
- Limited
- Estimated citizen effort
- Moderate effort required to complete application
Estimated beneficiary reach
Benefit analysis
- Benefit type
- Cash
- Benefit frequency
- One-time subsidy
- Benefit practicality
- Practical for eligible individuals
- Financial meaningfulness
- Moderate, as it covers half the cost of setup
- Long-term impact
- Potentially positive for promoting aquaculture
Plain-language guidance
This scheme offers a 50% subsidy for purchasing an aquarium and its accessories for residents of Puducherry. It aims to promote aquarium keeping and aquaculture.
- Who should apply
- Residents of Puducherry interested in setting up an aquarium.
- Who may struggle
- Individuals unfamiliar with the application process or lacking necessary documents.
- Best application route
- Apply directly at local fisheries offices in Puducherry.
This intelligence section is generated by an AI policy analyst combined with rule-based scoring. Scores and narrative are estimates derived from the publicly available scheme information shown on this page; actual experience may vary by state, district, and department. Always confirm details on the official portal before you apply.
Application Process
Offline
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit the office of the concerned authority i.e. Pondicherry State Fishermen Co-operative Federation Limited, Puducherry/The Karaikal Fishermen Co-operative Marketing Union, Karaikal/The Assistant Director of Fisheries and Fishermen Welfare, Mahe/The Assistant Director of Fisheries and Fishermen Welfare, Yanam of the respective regions.
Step 1: The interested applicant should request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the concerned authority.
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: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the concerned authority.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Clarifications
Additional points from the scheme information published on myScheme (not legal advice).
- Can an applicant be considered if they or their family member has benefited from the scheme previously?
No, applicants or their family members should not have benefited under the scheme previously to be considered eligible.
- What is the role of the Deputy Director of Fisheries and Fishermen Welfare in the Selection Committee?
In Puducherry region, the Deputy Director of Fisheries and Fishermen Welfare (Inland) serves as a member and convener of the Selection Committee.
- How is the commencement of the rules for the subsidy determined?
The rules come into force on the date of their publication in the official gazette.
- Can an applicant specify the size of the aquarium they want to purchase under the scheme?
Yes, applicants should specify the size of the aquarium they want to purchase, as shown in the application form, for subsidised rate consideration.
- What is the methodology of selection recommended by the Field Officers?
Field Officers recommend applications based on the location of the applicant's house or residential place to the Selection Committee.
- What is the target group for the aquarium subsidy scheme?
The scheme targets residents of the Union territory of Puducherry who fulfill the specified eligibility criteria.
- What is the significance of the term "KFCMU" in the guidelines?
"KFCMU" stands for 'The Karaikal Fishermen Co-operative Marketing Union, Karaikal,' one of the designated offices for obtaining Form-I in Karaikal region.
- What is the Pattern of Assistance for purchasing an aquarium under the scheme?
The unit cost is ₹7,000, with a 50% subsidy by the government (₹3,500), and the beneficiary contributes the remaining 50% to the Secretary/Administrator of PSFCF/KFCMU/Fishermen Co-operative Societies.
- Can you explain the role of the Pondicherry State Fishermen Co-operative Federation Limited (PSFCF) in the application process?
PSFCF is one of the designated offices where applicants can obtain Form-I for benefiting under the scheme, and it plays a role in the application submission process.
- What is the scope of an aquarium, as mentioned in the guidelines?
An aquarium is described as an artifact that adds beauty to its surroundings, brings solace to the aged, soothes children, and helps reduce stress.
- What is the maximum subsidy provided by the government for the purchase of an aquarium?
The government provides a maximum subsidy of ₹3,500, covering 50% of the total unit cost of ₹7,000.
- What is the role of the Selection Committee in the process of beneficiary selection?
The Selection Committee, chaired by the Director of Fisheries, reviews recommended applications, ensuring the necessary documents are enclosed, and selects beneficiaries.
Official links
References
- Guidelines & Application Form
- https://fisheries.py.gov.in/sites/default/files/aquarium20subsidy20notification.pdf
- State Plan Schemes
- https://fisheries.py.gov.in/sites/default/files/fisheries-state-plan-schemes.pdf
- List Of Sub-Offices
- https://fisheries.py.gov.in/sub-offices
- Contact Us
- https://fisheries.py.gov.in/contact-us
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