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West Bengal Handloom and Khadi Weavers Financial Benefit Scheme 2024: Supply of Yarn to Societies etc. at Subsidized Rate
6.3/10“Supply of Yarn to Societies etc. at Subsidized Rate" is a sub-scheme under "West Bengal Handloom and Khadi Weavers Financial Benefit Scheme 2024”, by the MSME and Textiles Dept, Government of West Bengal aims to provide supply of subsidized yarn to the PWCS, Khadi Weavers' Societies etc.
States / UT: West Bengal
Nodal department: Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises and Textiles Department
Scheme for: Infra
Scheme profile
DBT (direct benefit transfer): No
Scheme open date: 2024-03-07
Categories: Business & Entrepreneurship
Sub-categories: Setting up / start-up / entrepreneurship
Target beneficiaries: Individual, Registered Societies, Joint Liability Groups (JLGS), Self Help Groups (SHGS), Trust
Tags: Handloom, Khadi Weavers, PWCS, Khadi Societies, Yarn, Subsidized Rate
Details
“Supply of Yarn to Societies etc. at Subsidized Rate" is a sub-scheme under "West Bengal Handloom and Khadi Weavers Financial Benefit Scheme 2024”, launched by the Micro, Small & Medium Enterprise and Textiles Department, Government of West Bengal on 7th March, 2024, and it shall remain in force for a period of five years. The objective of this sub-scheme is to provide supply of subsidized yarn to the Primary Weavers' Cooperative Societies and Khadi Weavers' Societies etc. and Individual weavers.
Benefits
- - TANTUJA will supply yarn to handloom societies at a 10% discounted rate
- TANTUJA will receive a 5% administrative cost from the State Government for transportation, storage, and handling
- The Khadi Society, registered under various acts, will receive a 10% discount on roving or high count cotton fibre purchased from WBKVIB
- The WBKVIB will be reimbursed by the State government for the total concession amount given to the Khadi Societies, along with a 5% administrative cost for transportation, storing, and handling charges. Note : This does not apply to yarn procured under the NHDP Scheme
- TANTUJA will supply yarn to handloom societies at a 10% discounted rate.
- TANTUJA will receive a 5% administrative cost from the State Government for transportation, storage, and handling.
- The Khadi Society, registered under various acts, will receive a 10% discount on roving or high count cotton fibre purchased from WBKVIB.
- The WBKVIB will be reimbursed by the State government for the total concession amount given to the Khadi Societies, along with a 5% administrative cost for transportation, storing, and handling charges.
Note: This does not apply to yarn procured under the NHDP Scheme.
Eligibility
The following categories of weavers are eligible under this Scheme:
- Handloom Weavers (Entrepreneur Weavers, so called Master Weavers/ Individual Weavers/ Allied Workers Associated with Handloom Weaving/ Cooperative fold Weavers/ Weavers associated with Handloom Clusters etc.),
- Khadi Weavers.
How useful is this scheme?
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- Accessibility7.0
- Financial impact6.0
- Rural utility7.0
- Awareness4.5
- Simplicity5.0
- Inclusivity7.0
What problem does this scheme solve?
The scheme aims to support handloom and khadi weavers by providing subsidized yarn, which can enhance their productivity and income.
Key challenges addressed
- High cost of yarn for weavers
- Limited access to quality materials
Most beneficial for
- Individual weavers
- Registered societies
- Self Help Groups
Likely challenges
- Awareness about the scheme
- Application complexity for semi-literate individuals
Practical insights for citizens
Practical for registered societies but may be challenging for individual weavers
Rural challenges
- Limited awareness in rural areas
- Access to application centers
Digital challenges
- Low digital literacy
- Limited access to online resources
Implementation bottlenecks
- Potential delays in processing applications
- Need for field inquiries
Awareness challenges
- Low awareness among target beneficiaries
Application analysis
- Application mode
- Offline office
- Documents burden
- Minimal, specific forms required
- Verification complexity
- Moderate, requires scrutiny of applications
- Office dependency
- High, requires visit to local office
- DBT dependency
- No direct benefit transfer involved
- CSC support
- Limited, primarily offline
- Estimated citizen effort
- Moderate effort required to apply
Estimated beneficiary reach
Benefit analysis
- Benefit type
- Cash
- Benefit frequency
- One-time upon application approval
- Benefit practicality
- Practical for reducing yarn costs
- Financial meaningfulness
- Moderate, as it reduces operational costs
- Long-term impact
- Positive impact on weaver livelihoods if sustained
Plain-language guidance
This scheme provides subsidized yarn to handloom and khadi weavers in West Bengal. Eligible weavers can apply offline to receive financial assistance for purchasing yarn.
- Who should apply
- Handloom and khadi weavers, including individual weavers and registered societies.
- Who may struggle
- Semi-literate individuals and those unfamiliar with the application process.
- Best application route
- Apply at the local office of the Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises and Textiles Department.
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
- An eligible PWCs/ Khadi society/ Individual Weaver will apply either in online or in offline mode in the prescribed format (as would be notified by this department) before the Director, Textiles.
Helpdesk: Office Addresses and Contact Details (District Wise).
Clarifications
Additional points from the scheme information published on myScheme (not legal advice).
- What is the definition of “PWCS”?
"PWCS" means the Primary Weavers' Cooperative Societies registered under the West Bengal Cooperative Societies Act.
- What is the definition of “Tantuja”?
"Tantuja" means the State Apex Cooperative Society for marketing of handloom products produced by the PWCS.
- Which department is the management authority for this scheme?
The Scheme will be implemented and monitored by the Micro, Small & Medium Enterprise and Textiles Department.
- What process will be followed by the department for the administration of this scheme?
The Committee will scrutinize and examine the claim proposals as would be submitted in the prescribed format and will cause Field Enquiry, if necessary. The Committee will recommend the claim based on the scrutiny/ examination undertaken to the Director, Textiles/ CEO KWBVIB as the case may be.
- What measures are in place to prevent misuse of the Welfare Assistance?
In case of any misrepresentation of facts or furnishing false information by an applicant ,all his/ her claims under the scheme shall be revoked.
- Whether any similar benefits extended to eligible PWC/ Khadi Society under any existing schemes of the State Government or Government of India, will continue to operate alongside the benefits provided under this scheme?
Yes, an eligible PWC/Khadi Society etc. which has availed of incentive/subsidy under any other scheme prior to the introduction of this scheme shall be eligible to get the benefits under this scheme.
- Is an eligible PWC/ Khadi Society that has already received an incentive or subsidy under a different scheme before the introduction of this new scheme still eligible to receive benefits under the new scheme?
Yes, an eligible PWC/Khadi Society etc. which has availed of incentive/subsidy under any other scheme prior to the introduction of this scheme shall be eligible to get the benefits under this scheme.
- What is the definition of “Societies”?
"Societies" means and includes PWCS, Handloom Clusters, JLG groups, Handloom Groups.
- What is the definition of “Khadi Society”?
"Khadi Society" means Society Registered under Co-operative Societies Act / Official Trustees Act / Societies Act/ Partnership Firm/ Company's Act etc who are involved/ engaged in handloom/ khadi related activities.
- How the Grievance Redressal Mechanism shall operate for this scheme?
In case of any grievances against the decision of the Directorate of Textiles, application is to be made to the Principal Secretary, Department of MSME&T, Government of West Bengal. In case of any interpretation regarding the scheme, the Director of Textile shall consult with the Department of MSME&T before taking any final decision.
- What is the objective of the scheme?
"Supply of Yarn to Societies etc. at Subsidized Rate" is a sub-scheme under "West Bengal Handloom and Khadi Weavers Financial Benefit Scheme 2024", implemented by the MSME and Textiles Dept, Government of West Bengal aims to provide supply of subsidized yarn to the PWCS and Khadi Weavers' Societies etc. and Individual weavers.
- What is the date of commencement and duration of this scheme?
This scheme was launched on 7th March, 2024 and will remain in force for five years.
- Who are the targeted beneficiaries under this scheme?
Entrepreneur Weavers/Individual Weavers of the state are the targeted beneficiaries under this scheme.
- How can the benefits be availed?
An eligible PWCs/ Khadi society/ Individual Weaver will apply either in online or in offline mode in the prescribed format (as would be notified by this department) before the Director, Textiles.
- What is the frequency of the assistance?
The assistance will be provided one time to the beneficiaries.
Definitions
- Tantuja
Official links
References
- Guidelines
- https://wbmsme.gov.in/sites/default/files/cms/circularpdf/1709829549NOTIFICATION%20No.%201001-MSMET%20dt.%207.3.2024.pdf
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the purpose of West Bengal Handloom and Khadi Weavers Financial Benefit Scheme 2024: Supply of Yarn to Societies etc. at Subsidized Rate?
- West Bengal Handloom and Khadi Weavers Financial Benefit Scheme 2024: Supply of Yarn to Societies etc. at Subsidized Rate is a government welfare initiative designed to support Infra, Individual, Registered Societies, Joint Liability Groups (JLGS), Self Help Groups (SHGS), Trust through benefits related to Business & Entrepreneurship, financial assistance, subsidies, social welfare, healthcare, education, or livelihood support.
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- Which department manages West Bengal Handloom and Khadi Weavers Financial Benefit Scheme 2024: Supply of Yarn to Societies etc. at Subsidized Rate?
- West Bengal Handloom and Khadi Weavers Financial Benefit Scheme 2024: Supply of Yarn to Societies etc. at Subsidized Rate is managed by Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises and Textiles Department and may be implemented through district offices, online portals, CSC centres, banks, or authorised government agencies.
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