Question: Can you explain the Tea Development and Promotion Scheme (TDPS): Plantation Development for Small Tea Growers (PDSTG): Mechanization for Individual Small Growers program?

Answer: of office bearer and members with tea area in command.NOTE: Applicant (small tea growers) who does not have the identity
Card issued by the Tea Board can obtain the same on the production of documents to establish the ownership of land and where title
deeds are not available, a possession certificate issued by the concerned State Government from the nearest field office. Frequently
Asked QuestionsIs there any limitation on the number of applications a single applicant can submit for each scheme component?Yes, the
scheme specifies that only one application under each component will be considered. However, applicants may apply for more than one
activity in a single application, depending on their eligibility.Are there any specific fees associated with the application process, and are
there exemptions for certain categories of applicants?Yes, an application fee of Rs. 100/- (plus GST) is applicable for all applicants,
except for those in the SC, ST, female, and differently-abled categories. These exempted stakeholders do not need to pay the application
fee.What are the two application modes available for this scheme, and under what circumstances is physical submission of applications
accepted?The two application modes are offline and online. Initially, the scheme allows for physical submission of applications at field
offices (ZO/ROs/SROs/HQ) if the online platform is not yet ready for use. The Competent Authority may accept physical submissions
until the online platform becomes operational.Could you explain the mode of payment for the scheme's subsidies? What electronic
payment methods are employed?All subsidy payments under the scheme are made through electronic modes, which include RTGS
(Real-Time Gross Settlement), NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer), and PFMS (Public Financial Management System).What are
the specific exclusions mentioned in the scheme, particularly regarding the ownership of tea gardens?Exclusions are in place to prevent
misuse. In the event of a change in ownership of a tea garden before the completion of the subsidy disbursement, the previous owner will
cease to receive any further subsidy payments after the transfer or sale is completed.How does the scheme define the eligibility criteria
for applicants, particularly small tea growers, including members of self-help groups and Farmers' Producer Organizations?Eligible
applicants include small tea growers who are members of self-help groups or Farmers' Producer Organizations, provided they have Tea
Board registration or an identity smart card issued by the Tea Board. The identity card serves as a unique identification number for

**Eligibility:** for the Mechanical Harvester is for each or up to 10.00 hectares of tea area.Could you elaborate on the specific components of
the TDPS and how they contribute to the Indian tea industry's growth and sustainability?He TDPS comprises seven major components,
each serving distinct purposes within the Indian tea industry. These components are designed to protect, grow, and sustain the industry.
One such component is "Plantation Development for Small Tea Growers (PDSTG)," which aims to boost the production and quality of
tea and help small growers move up the value chain. Sustainability is addressed through the promotion of organic and climate-resilient
tea. Another component focuses on the mechanization for individual small growers.Could you explain what "Self-declaration under PPC
compliance" entails and why it's a part of the required documents?Self-declaration under PPC compliance refers to an assurance by the
applicant that they are compliant with all relevant laws and regulations, particularly those related to the Prevention of Food Adulteration
Act. It serves as a declaration of adherence to food safety standards in tea production.Are there any specific requirements for the survey
map of the tea area, particularly in terms of who can certify it and how it should be prepared?The scheme requires a survey map of the
tea area, preferably A-4 size, to be drawn by a government-approved surveyor or the Land Revenue department. The map should be duly
certified and signed by both the issuing authority and the applicant, where applicable. This ensures the accuracy and authenticity of the
map.How does the scheme define the concept of "organic tea cultivation" in the context of the PDSTG component, and what practices
are encouraged?Organic tea cultivation refers to the cultivation of tea without the use of synthetic chemicals or pesticides. The PDSTG
component encourages practices such as using organic fertilizers, practicing integrated pest management, and promoting sustainability in
tea cultivation to ensure the tea is free from harmful chemicals.Could you explain the significance of mechanization for individual small
tea growers within the PDSTG component? How does it benefit these growers?Mechanization is a critical aspect of the PDSTG
component. It provides small tea growers with equipment like pruning machines, mechanical harvesters, power sprayers, brush cutters,
and plucking shears. These tools significantly improve efficiency, reduce labor costs, and enhance tea quality, making the entire tea
cultivation process more sustainable and profitable.Can you provide insights into the objectives of the "Plantation Development for
Small Tea Growers (PDSTG)" component and how it contributes to the growth of small tea growers?The PDSTG component aims to
enhance the production, productivity, and quality of tea among small tea growers. It promotes their overall development, encourages
organic tea cultivation and climate-resilient tea, and assists in setting up their own processing units. This empowers small growers and
helps them move up the value chain.Sources And ReferencesGuidelinesOkWas this helpful?News and UpdatesNo new news and updates
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RequiredFrequently Asked QuestionsThe Government of India has conveyed its approval for the Tea Boardâ€™s Scheme â€œTea
Development & Promotion Schemeâ€​ for implementation during the 15th Finance Commission (2021-26). The scheme has seven major
components covering the broad areas of the Tea Boardâ€™s operation for the overall protection, growth & sustenance of the Indian Tea
Industry.ï»¿The objective of the scheme is to improve the production, productivity, and quality of Indian teas in order to remain
competitive in global markets, focus on the development of the small tea growers, their collectivization for moving up in the value
chain, value addition in teas for better price realization and share in export markets, explore the potential of tea grown in the North
Eastern States, focus on improving the per capita consumption of tea, improving tea exports from India to high-value markets,
encouraging research and development and other technological innovation to bring transparency in the entire supply chain as envisaged
in the Tea Act, 1953.ï»¿"Plantation Development for Small Tea Growers (PDSTG)" Component of the TDPSThe objective of this
component is to increase the production, productivity and quality of tea, overall development of small tea growers to help them move up
in the value chain, sustainability of production by promoting organic tea cultivation& climate resilient tea and to make them self-reliant
by setting up their own processing units. OkWas this helpful?ShareNews and UpdatesNo new news and updates
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