Question: Can you explain the National Handloom Development Programme (NHDP): Scholarship Component program?

Answer: , to the head office for sanction/release of funds by the District Collector (DC) (Handlooms).What is the role of the concerned
Weavers' Service Center (WSC) in the application process?The WSC plays a crucial role in verifying and attesting the documents
provided by handloom weavers/workers and forwarding the complete proposal to the Zonal Office.What are the submission requirements
for subsequent years' scholarships?Subsequent years' scholarships are paid upon submission of the proposal, along with a copy of the
mark sheet for the annual exam and admission proof for the next academic session from the relevant institution.How is the first-year
scholarship disbursed?The first-year scholarship is paid after the admission of the ward of handloom weavers/workers.Is there an
additional stipend provided to scholarship recipients?Yes, in addition to academic fees, eligible candidates receive a monthly stipend of
â‚¹5,000, subject to a maximum of â‚¹2,00,000 per child per annum or actuals, whichever is less.What expenses are covered by the
scholarship?The scholarship covers tuition fees, admission fees, examination fees, and other annual fees/charges required by the
academic institution.How is the scholarship amount disbursed?The scholarship amount is disbursed through Direct Benefit Transfer
(DBT) directly to the bank account of the concerned handloom weaver/worker or their children.What educational institutions are eligible
for this scholarship?Central and State government-recognised and funded Textile Institutions are eligible for this scholarship.Can you
clarify the need-based approach mentioned in the scheme?The need-based approach means that the scholarship is provided based on the
financial needs of the handloom weavers' children, ensuring that those who require it the most receive support.What is the financial
support offered under this scholarship?The scholarship provides a maximum of â‚¹2,00,000 per annum for up to 2 children of handloom
weavers/workers for pursuing diploma, undergraduate, or postgraduate courses at recognized government-funded textile institutions.How
long is the NHDP Scholarship Component intended to be implemented?The scheme is designed to be implemented from the financial
year 2021-22 to 2025-26.Sources And ReferencesGuidelinesOkWas this helpful?News and UpdatesNo new news and updates
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ComponentHandloomScholarshipTextileWeaverDetailsBenefitsEligibilityApplication ProcessDocuments RequiredFrequently Asked
QuestionsThe National Handloom Development Programme (NHDP) Scholarship Component, running from 2021-22 to 2025-26, aims
to bolster India's handloom sector and improve the lives of handloom weavers. It particularly targets the children of these weavers,
offering financial assistance of up to â‚¹2,00,000 annually. This support covers tuition, admission, and examination fees at recognized
textile institutions. Additionally, beneficiaries receive a monthly stipend of â‚¹5,000. The scheme's primary objective is to empower
weavers' families through education, ensuring the sustainable growth of the handloom industry, thus enhancing their socio-economic
conditions and contributing to India's cultural heritage.OkWas this helpful?ShareNews and UpdatesNo new news and updates
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