Hathkargha Samvardhan Sahayata

Hathkargha Samvardhan Sahayata (HSS) is a Central Government scheme launched by the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India on the occasion of the second National Handloom Day (7 August 2016). The scheme is aimed at supporting handloom weavers by providing financial assistance for technological upgradation of looms and accessories. Its main purpose is to improve fabric quality, productivity, and efficiency in the handloom sector. For you as an MSME or individual weaver, this scheme helps modernise your equipment at a highly subsidised cost, enabling better output and competitiveness.

Key Features
Financial Assistance
Eligibility Criteria
Documents Required
Application Process

Key Features

Technology upgradation focus: The scheme is designed to upgrade traditional handlooms with modern accessories and mechanisms, which directly improves productivity and fabric quality.
High subsidy support (90%): The Government of India bears 90% of the cost of approved items, while you as a beneficiary contribute only 10%, making it highly affordable.
Wide coverage of equipment: A large list of eligible items is covered, including jacquards, dobby, warping machines, pirn winding machines, and loom upgrades.
Cluster-based implementation: The scheme is implemented at cluster level, ensuring that multiple weavers benefit together, improving overall ecosystem efficiency.
Transparent supplier system: Equipment is procured only from empanelled suppliers selected through a transparent process, ensuring quality and standardisation.
DBT-based fund flow: Funds are transferred directly to beneficiaries’ accounts after verification and installation, ensuring transparency and timely payments.

Financial Assistance

Component	Assistance Provided	Detailed Explanation
Technology Upgradation Items	90% subsidy	Government covers 90% of cost of approved items. Example: If loom upgrade costs ₹1,00,000, you pay only ₹10,000.
Beneficiary Contribution	10% cost	You need to contribute 10% of the total cost upfront. Example: For ₹50,000 equipment, your contribution is ₹5,000.
Cost beyond norms	Extra cost borne by beneficiary	If item cost exceeds prescribed limit, you pay the additional amount. Example: If approved cost is ₹80,000 but actual is ₹90,000, you pay the extra ₹10,000.
Administrative Support	1.25–2% to NHDC	National Handloom Development Corporation receives administrative charges for implementation.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicant must be a handloom weaver
Must possess a valid Weaver Identity Card
Should have undergone weaving training in last 2 years under government programmes
Must be willing to contribute 10% of cost
Must participate in selection camps organised by WSC
Must provide Aadhaar and required documents

Non-eligibility conditions:

Weavers without training in last 2 years may not be prioritised
Beneficiaries misusing funds may face recovery and penalty action
Non-registered or unverified weavers are not eligible

Documents Required

Aadhaar Card
Weaver Identity Card
Passport-size Photograph
Bank Account Details
Training Certificate (last 2 years)

Application Process

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Option 2: Apply Offline (Government Process)

Contact nearest Weavers’ Service Centre (WSC)
Participate in selection camp organised in your cluster
Submit Aadhaar, photo, and Weaver ID
Select required loom/accessory from empanelled suppliers
Pay 10% contribution digitally (RTGS/NEFT/UPI)
WSC consolidates orders and issues supply order
Supplier delivers and installs equipment
After inspection, 90% subsidy is transferred via DBT
Payment is released to supplier after verification

Frequently asked questions

What is the objective of Hathkargha Samvardhan Sahayata?

The scheme aims to improve productivity and quality in the handloom sector by providing financial support for technological upgradation of looms and accessories.

Who can apply for this scheme?

Handloom weavers with valid identity cards and recent training under government programmes are eligible to apply.

What is the subsidy provided under HSS?

The Government provides 90% of the cost of approved items, while the beneficiary contributes 10%.

What types of equipment are covered?

Items such as jacquards, dobby, warping machines, pirn winding machines, and loom upgrades are covered under the scheme.

How are beneficiaries selected?

Beneficiaries are selected through camps organised by Weavers’ Service Centres in coordination with state authorities.

Is there any training requirement?

Yes, preference is given to weavers who have undergone training within the last two years under government programmes.