Rejuvenation, Modernization, and Technology Upgradation (REMOT)

REMOT Scheme is a Central Sector initiative by the Coir Board under the Ministry of MSME aimed at modernising the traditional coir industry in India. It supports upgrading outdated spinning and weaving units through new motorised machinery, proper workspace, and technology improvements.

Highlights

• Replacement of outdated traditional ratts with motorised ones in spinning units.
• Replacement of old looms with mechanised looms in tiny/household weaving units.
• Offers subsidies up to 40% of project costs, capped at ₹80,000 for spinning units and ₹2,00,000 for tiny units.
• Focus on sustainable employment generation and women empowerment in coconut-producing states.

What is the REMOT Scheme?

• The scheme focuses on upgrading the technological infrastructure of the coir industry.
• Supports Self Help Groups (SHGs) of spinners and weavers with motorised machinery.
• Encourages sustainable and efficient coir production methods.
• Provides financial grants and subsidies for infrastructure and machinery.
• Aims to boost productivity, income & employment especially for women in rural areas.

Objectives

• Modernise coir production by adopting motorised machinery.
• Improve productivity and quality of coir fibre and products.
• Increase rural employment with special focus on women and vulnerable sections like SC/ST and the North Eastern Region (NER).
• Ensure a better workspace through the construction of proper sheds.
• Promote inclusive growth and attract youth to the coir sector.

Benefits of the REMOT Scheme 

• Financial Assistance
  Subsidies up to 40% to modernize and upgrade spinning & weaving units 
• Increased Productivity
  Motorised ratts and mechanised looms produce higher quality coir faster.
• Employment Growth
  Creates thousands of jobs in coir-producing rural areas with a focus on women workers.
• Sustainable Development
  Encourages the use of eco-friendly raw materials and waste utilisation in the rural economy.

Financial Assistance Under the REMOT Scheme

Eligibility for the REMOT Scheme

You are eligible if:

• Your Self Help Group consists of spinners or weavers engaged in coir production.
• You have land (minimum 2 cents for spinning units, 3 cents for weaving units) for unit setup or lease documents.
• You submit detailed project proposals certified by a Chartered Engineer/Accountant

You are not eligible if:

• Your group or unit doesn’t meet the land or membership criteria.
• You fail to provide the required documents or meet construction standards.

Documents Required for REMOT Scheme

• Land ownership or lease proof.
• Proof of Coir industry experience (minimum 3 years)
• Quotations/proofs for machinery and infrastructure expenses.
• Project report/profile approved by Coir Board.

Application Process for REMOT Scheme

You can apply:

• Offline by submitting the application to the regional Coir Board office. 

Examples of Where the REMOT Scheme Can Be Used

• A women’s SHG in Kerala upgrades from handratts to mechanized ratts, doubling daily coir yarn production and raising monthly incomes
• A cooperative of six weavers in Tamil Nadu installs three mechanized looms through the scheme, expanding from mats to carpets and entering export markets
• An SHG in Andhra Pradesh uses scheme grants to build a modern workshed and purchase new machinery, increasing workdays and hiring more local youth