Program brief
| Form of support | Cash, paid into the bank account |
|---|---|
| Level | State, Uttarakhand |
| Field | Agriculture,Rural & Environment |
| How to apply | Offline |
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Overview
The scheme aims to promote sustainable fisheries development in Uttarakhand by facilitating the establishment and expansion of cooperative-based fisheries projects in both mountainous and plain regions.
The “State Integrated Cooperative Development Project” was introduced by the Department of Fisheries, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to promote sustainable fisheries development in Uttarakhand by facilitating the establishment and expansion of cooperative-based fisheries projects in both mountainous and plain regions.
Further facts from the listing
| Scheme for | Infra |
|---|---|
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
Benefits
Under the scheme, the following support is provided:
- Options for setting up large loan-based projects in both mountainous and plain areas are available for individuals or groups engaged in fisheries through cooperative societies.
- Facilities are provided for trout farming, angling, and retail outlets on a cluster basis in mountainous districts, and for Pangasius farming, major carp farming, and integrated fisheries in plain districts.
- Under the project, the cooperative societies will bear 10% of the contribution, while 70% is provided as a loan and 20% as a grant.
- The project assists the societies in preparing their Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) or Business Development Plans (BDPs) and organizes free training and capacity-building programs periodically.
- Support is provided for marketing and sale of fish produced by the societies.
Eligibility
- Age
- 18 to 80 years
- State
- Uttarakhand
- The applicant must be a cooperative society engaged in fisheries sector.
- The cooperative society must be registered in Uttarakhand.
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Application steps
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The committee willing to expand its work and prepare a comprehensive plan must complete the following formalities:
- It should be registered under the Uttaranchal Cooperative Act, 2003 (as amended).
- The committee should agree to maintain relations with the federation/community, and a formal resolution to this effect should be passed by the committee.
- The Development Committee must undertake work in accordance with the State Integrated Cooperative Development Project and agree to pay the loan, interest, and other dues, and to repay them as per the norms prescribed by the National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC), which may be revised from time to time.
- Previously, the interest on the loan amount was 10.95% per annum, and it is currently 9.61% per annum. The interest rate may change periodically, and the loan must be repaid within eight years, subject to modifications by NCDC.
- The committee can submit its application along with the proposed work estimate and Detailed Project Report (DPR)/Business Development Plan (BDP) to the district’s Assistant Director of Fisheries/District Fisheries In-Charge. Committees are provided ongoing support in preparing the DPR/BDP.
- Selection under the project is made after evaluating the DPR/BDP at the district/state level and determining its suitability.
- Funds are released to the committees in installments.
- Selected activities are implemented through convergence under the project.
For more information regarding the project, please visit: https://ukcdp.com/sector/fisheries
Questions and answers
Who is eligible to apply under this scheme?
Only fisheries-based cooperative societies registered in Uttarakhand under the Uttaranchal Cooperative Act, 2003 (as amended) are eligible to apply.
What types of fisheries projects are supported under the scheme?
The scheme supports projects such as trout farming, angling, and retail outlets in mountainous districts, and Pangasius farming, major carp farming, and integrated fisheries projects in plain districts.
What is the financial structure of the project?
Under the project, 70% of the cost is provided as a loan, 20% as a grant, and 10% as a contribution from the cooperative society itself.
What is the current interest rate on the loan amount?
Currently, the interest rate is 9.61% per annum. However, it may vary from time to time as per NCDC guidelines.
What is the repayment period for the loan?
The loan amount must generally be repaid within eight years, subject to changes made periodically by NCDC.
Are societies required to prepare project documents before applying?
Yes. Each cooperative society must prepare a Detailed Project Report (DPR) or Business Development Plan (BDP) while submitting its application.
How can a cooperative society apply for the project?
The society must submit its proposed work estimate along with the DPR/BDP to the District Assistant Director of Fisheries or the District Fisheries In-Charge.
What is the process of project selection?
Submitted DPRs/BDPs are evaluated at the district and state levels. Societies found suitable are selected under the project.
How are funds disbursed to the selected societies?
Funds are released in installments based on the progress of the project and compliance with the prescribed conditions.
Official portal and guidelines
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Documents from the provider
- Guidelines (Page No. 204) uk.gov.in, PDF
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