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 - Supply of Yarn at Subsidized Rate (2024) is a Government of West Bengal initiative implemented through the Department of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises and Textiles, launched in 2024.
The scheme aims to support handloom weavers and khadi societies by providing yarn at subsidized rates to reduce raw material costs. For you as a weaver or cooperative society, this benefit helps improve production efficiency, reduce input cost, and enhance income stability.
Key Features
- Subsidized yarn supply: Provides yarn at reduced rates to eligible weavers and societies.
- Support for handloom sector: Specifically targets handloom weavers and khadi institutions.
- Reduction in raw material cost: Helps lower production cost significantly.
- Strengthening of cooperative system: Supports registered societies and clusters.
- Regular supply mechanism: Ensures availability of yarn for continuous production.
- Promotion of traditional weaving: Encourages sustainability of handloom and khadi sectors.
Financial Assistance
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a resident of West Bengal
- Must be a registered handloom weaver / khadi artisan
- Handloom societies / cooperatives / institutions are eligible
- Must be engaged in weaving activities
- Must be registered with concerned department / authority
Additional conditions:
- Must procure yarn through authorised channels
- Compliance with scheme guidelines required
Non-eligibility conditions:
- Non-weavers or traders
- Unregistered individuals or entities
- Activities not related to handloom/khadi
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card
- Residence proof (West Bengal)
- Weaver / Society registration certificate
- Bank account details (if applicable)
- Identity proof of society members (if required)
Application Process
Option 1: Apply with Bullit, Recommended
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Option 2 : Apply Online (Government Process)
- Register on West Bengal Handloom / Textile Portal
- Login using credentials
- Apply under Yarn Subsidy / Supply Scheme
- Enter weaver / society details
- Upload required documents
- Submit application
- Verification by department authorities
- Approval of beneficiary
- Allocation and supply of subsidized yarn
- Track application status online