Artisan Promotion in Rohtak
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Delhi SC, ST, OBC, Minorities & Safai Karamchari Finance and Development Corporation (DSFDC)
Guidance for businesses in Rohtak
The scheme "Artisan Promotion" by the DSFDC provides artisans with opportunities to participate in national fairs and exhibitions. It offers financial support for participation fees, lodging, boarding, and stipends, benefiting artisans from Scheduled Castes, Other Backward Classes, Minorities.
At a glance
- Scheme Name
- Artisan Promotion
- Implementing Body
- DSFDC, Delhi
- Target Groups
- SC, OBC, Minority, Safai Karamchari, PwD
- Support
- Participation, travel, lodging, boarding, stipends
- Requirement
- Must have availed a DSFDC loan
- Residency
- Resident of Delhi
Benefits
The Corporation provides opportunities for artisans to participate in fairs and melas organized by different National Apex Corporations.
Scheduled Castes Category: DA for Participant ₹150/- per day; DA for Attendant/Spouse ₹100/- per day; Travel Allowance (TA) actual train fare by sleeper class or bus fare (on production of original tickets); Hotel Accommodation ₹200/- per day (Male), ₹300/- per day (Female); Luggage/Transportation ₹500/-.
Minority Category: DA for Participant ₹1200/- per day (maximum for boarding & lodging for one person only); TA actual train fare by sleeper 2nd class or bus fare (on production of original tickets), one side.
Other Backward Class Category: Reimbursement of to and fro 2nd Class journey by train/bus fare against original tickets to the participant and one helper; ₹150/- per day as daily allowance; maximum ₹500/- towards freight charges for luggage.
Safai Karamcharis Category: To and fro 2nd Class train ticket fare/bus for the shortest route & reasonable coolie charges; DA ₹150/- per day per member; lodging by NSKFDC or ₹250/- per day per member; local conveyance ₹100/- per day per member or transport provided by NSKFDC.
Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) Category: ₹500/- per day (including attendant); to & fro 2nd Class fare of Train or Bus and maximum ₹6000/-; Boarding & Lodging ₹500/- per day.
Eligibility
- The applicant should be an Artisan.
- The applicant should be from one of the following target groups - Scheduled Castes, Other Backward Classes, Minority, Safai Karamchari, and Persons with Disabilities.
- The applicant should be a beneficiary of the Delhi Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes, Minorities, and Safai Karamchari Finance and Development Corporation (DSFDC).
- The applicant should have availed a loan from DSFDC.
- The applicant should be a resident of Delhi.
- The applicant should be registered online under Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) at the website www.udyogaadhar.gov.in.
Documents required
- Two Passport Size Photographs of the Beneficiary/Artisan.
- Copy of Aadhaar Card.
- Copy of Loan Disbursement Letter.
- Copy of Registration Certificate with MSME.
- Affidavit in the Prescribed Format on a Non-Judicial Stamp Paper of Appropriate Value (Under the Minority Category).
- Caste Certificate/affidavit, Required if the Applicant Belongs to a Minority Community.
How to apply
- 1
Visit the designated office of the DSFDC and request the hard copy of the prescribed application form (or download and print the prescribed format).
- 2
Fill in all mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph, and attach copies of all mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
- 3
Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Branch In-Charge / Section In-Charge of the DSFDC.
- 4
Post-Selection:
- After selection, an allotment letter is given for participation in the scheduled fair/exhibition. As per the National Apex Corporation's norms, the selected candidate must carry original ID proof with 03 passport-size colour photographs, and (under the Minorities category) carry a bill book, preferably a digital sale machine, in the fair.
About the scheme
Artisan Promotion, run by the Delhi SC/ST/OBC/Minorities & Safai Karamchari Finance and Development Corporation (DSFDC), gives artisans from disadvantaged communities the chance to showcase their crafts at national fairs and exhibitions — with financial support for participation, travel, lodging, boarding, and category-wise stipends.
Why it matters
- Market Exposure:
- Participation in national fairs and melas.
- Financial Support:
- Travel, lodging, boarding, and stipends.
- Inclusive:
- For SC, OBC, Minority, Safai Karamchari, and PwD artisans.
- Livelihood Boost:
- Helps artisans sell and grow their craft.
Focus areas
- Fairs & Exhibitions:
- Participation in national-level events.
- Artisan Support:
- Stipends and travel/lodging assistance.
- Inclusive Communities:
- SC, OBC, Minority, Safai Karamchari, PwD.
Is this scheme right for you?
The Artisan Promotion scheme helps Delhi's artisans from disadvantaged communities reach national markets — covering travel, lodging, boarding, and stipends so they can showcase and sell their crafts. If you are a Delhi artisan who has availed a DSFDC loan, this scheme can open new market opportunities.
Frequently asked questions
What is the maximum daily allowance for Minority category participants?
Minority category participants receive a maximum daily allowance of ₹1,200/- for boarding and lodging.
What is the daily allowance for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) participants?
Persons with Disabilities participants receive ₹500/- per day, which includes the allowance for their attendant.
What is the maximum freight charge for Other Backward Class (OBC) participants?
Other Backward Class participants can claim up to ₹500/- for freight charges for their luggage.
What is the maximum luggage transportation allowance for Scheduled Caste participants?
Scheduled Caste participants receive a maximum of ₹500/- for luggage transportation.
When is the India International Trade Fair held in Pragati Maidan, New Delhi?
The India International Trade Fair is held from 14th to 27th November at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi.
What is the duration of the Shilpotsav fair at Dilli Haat, INA, New Delhi?
The Shilpotsav fair at Dilli Haat, INA, New Delhi, is held from 1st to 15th October every year.
What documents are required to apply for participation in the fairs?
Required documents include the application form, two passport-sized photographs, Aadhar Card copy, loan disbursement letter, and MSME registration certificate.
What benefits do Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) participants receive?
PwDs participants receive ₹500/- per day (including attendant), 2nd class train/bus fare up to ₹6,000/-, and ₹500/- for boarding and lodging.
What benefits do Other Backward Class (OBC) participants receive?
OBC participants receive reimbursement for 2nd class train/bus fare, ₹150/- daily allowance, and up to ₹500/- for luggage freight.
Is it mandatory to have availed a loan from the Corporation to be eligible?
Yes, artisans must have availed a loan from the Corporation to be considered eligible for participation in the fairs.
Do I need to be a resident of Delhi to apply for participation in the fairs?
Yes, only artisans who are residents of Delhi are eligible to participate in the fairs and exhibitions under this scheme.
What is the lodging allowance for male Scheduled Caste participants?
Male Scheduled Caste participants receive ₹200/- per day for lodging.
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