AI SummaryGrant of Subsidy for Purchase of Mobile Sea Food Van provides financial assistance to fisherwomen groups in Puducherry through a 75% subsidy on mobile van costs. The Department of Fisheries and Fishermen Welfare runs this scheme under the 2010 Shore Based Facilities Rules to help eligible people sell fresh and processed fish in areas without regular markets.
The scheme covers fabrication of the van body, insulated ice-box, two-burner stove, cooking utensils and other accessories. Beneficiaries cover the remaining 25% through bank loans while the subsidy amount goes directly into their bank accounts.
Grant of Subsidy for Purchase of Mobile Sea Food Van
This scheme helps fisherwomen self-help groups and cooperatives reach customers in neighborhoods that lack proper fish markets. Launched in 2010 under the Puducherry Development of Shore Based Facilities, Ice Plants, Service Unit, Infrastructural Facilities, and Quick Transport Facilities Rules, 2010, the program supports hygiene standards while expanding seafood access.
For example, a member of a local fisherwomen cooperative can use the mobile van to sell fresh catch directly in residential colonies, avoiding the cost of maintaining a permanent shop.
Key Information
| Scheme Name | Grant of Subsidy for Purchase of Mobile Sea Food Van |
|---|---|
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Infra |
| Beneficiary States | Puducherry |
| Category | Agriculture, Rural & Environment, Transport & Infrastructure |
| Target Beneficiaries | Individual, Self Help Groups, Registered Societies |
| Sub Category | Public transport, Fishing, Mechanization, Entrepreneurship development, Financial assistance |
| Benefit Type | Cash |
| DBT Scheme | No |
| Nodal Department | Fisheries and Fishermen Welfare Department, Puducherry |
Benefits
The scheme reduces startup costs by covering most of the expenses.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Government Subsidy | 75% of the total cost |
| Beneficiary Contribution | 25% (covered via bank loan) |
This funding covers the fabrication of the van body, an insulated ice-box, a two-burner stove, cooking utensils and other essential accessories. The subsidy payment goes directly into the beneficiary's dedicated bank account.
Eligibility
To qualify for this support, applicants must meet these requirements:
- Applicant must belong to the local fishermen community and hold a valid domicile or birth certificate for Puducherry.
- Must be a current, non-overdue member of the relevant Primary Fisheries Co-operative Society.
- Age should be between 18 and 50 years.
- Should not hold any part-time or full-time government job.
- Groups must be registered Fisherwomen Co-operative Societies or SHGs registered under District Rural Development Agency or similar urban development bodies.
Application Process
STEP 1 - Visit the Office or Sub-Office of the Department of Fisheries and Fishermen Welfare in your area.
STEP 2 - Request the hard copy of the official application form from the department staff.
STEP 3 - Fill in all required information, attach a passport-sized photograph and make sure all necessary documents are ready.
STEP 4 - Submit the completed application to the designated authority and always request a formal acknowledgment receipt. Keep this receipt safe as proof of submission.
Documents
Please make sure you have these documents ready for your application:
- Aadhaar Card
- Proof of Age (Birth Certificate or Voter ID)
- Residential Certificate of the Union Territory of Puducherry
- Food Sharing Card
- Caste Certificate
- Registration Certificate for your Cooperative or SHG
- Proof of Membership with your Cooperative or SHG
- Price Quotations for the required equipment
- Certificates of training in fish product preparation
- Proof of experience in the fish business
References
Department of Fisheries and Fishermen Welfare, Puducherry - fisheries.py.gov.in
FAQ's
Is there an age relaxation for applicants?
No, applicants must be between 18 and 50 years old. There are no exceptions to this rule.
Can my SHG apply on its own?
Yes, a Fisherwomen Self-Help Group can apply if it is duly registered under the District Rural Development Agency or the Puducherry Urban Development Agency.
How does the scheme maintain fair pricing?
By reducing investment costs through the subsidy, beneficiaries can sell fresh and processed fish at competitive, affordable prices to the public.
Is there a specific training requirement?
Yes, applicants should provide certificates showing training in fish preparation to qualify for the grant.
Does the Department conduct a field check?
Yes, the Departmental Selection Committee carries out field enquiries to verify eligibility before applications move forward for bank approval.