Sarkari Yojana

“Exhibition” Component of the “Development Of Handicrafts” Scheme

Puducherry
Quick Summary: Puducherry's Exhibition scheme funds craftspersons to showcase handicrafts at local and national exhibitions, paying a daily allowance of ₹150-₹300 depending on the city, covering train fare, and reimbursing transport costs for the goods.

About “Exhibition” Component of the “Development Of Handicrafts” Scheme

Introduced by Puducherry’s Department of Industries and Commerce, the “Exhibition” component of the “Development of Handicrafts” scheme boosts handicraft marketability and sales by organizing exhibitions, held both locally and in various states across the country.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

State Government

Eligible Entity

Business Entity

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for "Exhibition" Component of the "Development Of Handicrafts" Scheme, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

✅

The applicant must reside in the Union Territory…

The applicant must reside in the Union Territory of Puducherry.

✅

Any craftsperson operating a handicraft unit can apply…

Any craftsperson operating a handicraft unit can apply under this scheme.

Applicants must meet all of the above conditions to be considered eligible for this scheme.
Benefits

Benefits Provided

"Exhibition" Component of the "Development Of Handicrafts" Scheme provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

✅

Return travel allowance at 2nd class (berth) train…

Return travel allowance at 2nd class (berth) train fare.

💰

Participation in A1 city exhibitions

Participation in A1 city exhibitions: ₹300 daily allowance per craftsperson.

💰

Participation in non-A1 city exhibitions

Participation in non-A1 city exhibitions: ₹200 daily allowance per craftsperson.

💰

Participation in local exhibitions

Participation in local exhibitions: ₹150 daily allowance per craftsperson.

✅

Reimbursement of the actual cost of transporting handicraft…

Reimbursement of the actual cost of transporting handicraft goods from the unit to the exhibition site.

Benefit amounts and conditions may vary by category — refer to the official scheme guidelines for exact figures applicable to your case.
Documents Required

Documents Required

Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:

📄

A residential certificate

A residential certificate.

📄

Proof of occupation

Proof of occupation.

✅

Evidence of owning a handicraft unit located in…

Evidence of owning a handicraft unit located in Puducherry.

Ensure all documents are valid and, where required, duly attested before submitting your application.

How to Apply

Offline Application

Applicants can apply for "Exhibition" Component of the "Development Of Handicrafts" Scheme through the offline application process outlined below.

1️⃣

Print the prescribed format of the application form

Print the prescribed format of the application form.

2️⃣

Fill in all mandatory fields, affix a passport-size…

Fill in all mandatory fields, affix a passport-size photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all mandatory documents (self-attested, if required).

3️⃣

Visit (on a working day, during office hours)…

Visit (on a working day, during office hours) the General Manager of the District Industries Centre (Thattanchavady, Puducherry - 605 009, 2248391, 2249392, 2248987, dic_pdy@bsnl.in), and submit the completed, signed application form along with the documents to the concerned authority.

4️⃣

Once received, the application is entered in the…

Once received, the application is entered in the receipt register, and a unique number is assigned to you for future reference and as acknowledgment of receipt.

Ensure all required documents are ready before starting the application process.

Official Application & Website

Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.

Official Sources & References