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Theka Shramik, Hamaal Shramik Evan Gharelu Mahila Kamgar Gambhir Bimaari Chikitsa Sahayata Yojana
State: Chhattisgarh
Ministry: null
Department: Labour Department
Category: Health & Wellness
Beneficiary Type: Individual

Chhattisgarh State Government started a scheme "Theka Shramik, Hamaal Shramik Evan Gharelu Mahila Kamgar Gambhir Bimaari Chikitsa Sahayata Yojana" for unorganized worker on 05 June 2018.

Benefits:
1. Medical aid of ₹50,000/- will be provided for the treatment of registered contract workers, Hamal workers and female domestic workers who are suffering from serious illness.
1. Serious diseases under the scheme will include kidney, cancer, sickle cell anemia, heart disease, AIDS and paralysis.

Eligibility:
1. Applicant must be registered with the State Social Security Board at least 90 days in advance.
1. Applicant must be in the age group of 18 to 60 years will be eligible for this scheme.
1. Applicant can be only received benefits at once. 
1. If applicant received from any other parallel scheme of the State Government, then he/she is not eligible for this scheme.

Application Process:
[Online]
Unregistered Applicant :
All the applicant have to visit the official website Chhattisgarh Labour Department. 
On the home page click on "Apply" under "Chhattisgarh Unorganized Workers State Social Security Board".
Enter the following details
Select Group Name : "Asangathit Marmakaar Mandal"
Select Service : "Asangathit Shramik Panjikaran"
What do you want to do : "Aavedan"
Click next.
Check the eligibility criteria for registration in Chhattisgarh Unorganized Workers State Social Security Board and click next. 
Fill out the online "Registration form".
Submit.
Already Registered Applicant :
All the applicant have to visit the official website Chhattisgarh Labour Department. 
On the home page click on "Apply" under "Chhattisgarh Unorganized Workers State Social Security Board".
Enter the following details
Select Group Name : "Asangathit Marmakaar Mandal"
Select Service : "Yojana"
What do you want to do : "Aavedan"
Click next.
Select your district name and provide old/new registration number and click next.
Select the scheme name. 
Fill out the online with required details. 
Submit.

Documents Required:
Application form.
Aadhaar card.
Labor Registration Card.
Voter ID card.
PAN card.
Tholkappiar Award
State: Puducherry
Ministry: null
Department: Arts and Culture Department, Puducherry
Category: Sports & Culture, Social welfare & Empowerment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme "Tholkappiar Award" was launched by the Arts and Culture Department, Puducherry. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to writers and authors for outstanding research publications in Tamil literature.

Benefits:
- Financial Assistance of ₹10,000/-. with an award and certificate.

Eligibility:
1. The applicant should be a writer/author.
1. The applicant should be born in Puducherry or a resident of Puducherry for five years or have continuous residence before the date of application in the jurisdiction to exist.
1. The applicant should submit research books not less than 150 pages.
1. The applicant should submit texts that must have been printed and published as a first edition by December 31 of the specified year.
1. Essays and dissertations submitted for university degrees or examinations are not eligible.
1. A one-time awardee is ineligible to apply for the subsequent four years.
1. The texts submitted for competition should not be an abridgment, adaptation, translation, or paraphrase of another text.
1. Novels, short stories, poetry, drama, travelogues, and collections of essays are not eligible for the Tholkappiar Award.
1. The thesis editor should be in Tamil language only.
1. The thesis submitted for the Tholkappiar Award should be published in the calendar year preceding the year of the award. It should not have been published in the previous year.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Department of Art and Culture and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled-in applications.
OR
The interested applicant downloads the application form.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the superintendent, Department of Art and Culture, No.1, Roman Roland Road, Puducherry 605 001.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the superintendent to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
NOTE 1: Five texts received for the competition cannot be returned for any reason. 
NOTE 2: Only application forms sent with the author's signature will be accepted for the competition.

Documents Required:
Passport-size Photo.
Residence Certificate.
Birth Certificate.
Author Biographies. 
Five Copies of the Text.
Tiatr Cantaram Singing Competition 
State: Goa
Ministry: null
Department: Art, Culture and Museums Department
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The "Tiatr Cantaram Singing Competition", organised by the Kala Academy under the Department of Art, Culture and Museums, Government of Goa, aims to promote singing talent, preserve and revive the tradition of Tiatr songs, and encourage both traditional and new compositions that reflect Goa.

Benefits:
- A common music band is provided by Kala Academy free of cost for practice and competition.
- Each participant gets ₹150/- as travel and daily allowance.
- Winners receive cash prizes in different categories.

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**Solo Singing [Male &amp; Female]:** 1st Prize: ₹2,000/-, 2nd Prize: ₹1,500/-, 3rd Prize: ₹1,000/-
**Duet Singing:** 1st Prize: ₹4,000/-, 2nd Prize: ₹3,000/-, 3rd Prize: ₹2,000/-
**Duo Singing:** 1st Prize: ₹4,000/-, 2nd Prize: ₹3,000/-, 3rd Prize: ₹2,000/-
**Trio Singing:** 1st Prize: ₹6,000/-, 2nd Prize: ₹4,500/-, 3rd Prize: ₹3,000/-
**Quartet [Group of 4]:** 1st Prize: ₹8,000/-, 2nd Prize: ₹6,000/-, 3rd Prize: ₹4,000/-
**Choral [Group Singing]:** 1st Prize: ₹8,000/-, 2nd Prize: ₹6,000/-, 3rd Prize: ₹4,000/-

Eligibility:
The Competition is open to all Goan artists.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit the Kala Academy, Goa, and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form free of charge from the  Program & Development Section, Tiatr Academy of Goa,  Block A, 2nd Floor, Campal Trade Centre, Campal, Panaji, Goa.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents, within the prescribed period (if any), to the Member Secretary, Kala Academy, Goa. 
Authority for Redressal of Grievances: Member Secretary/Chairman, Kala Academy, Goa.
*All participants fulfilling the requirements should submit their applications within the stipulated date. 
*The right to accept or reject the entry is vested with Kala Academy.

Documents Required:
Four typed copies of the song lyrics.
No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the original composer.
Tiatr Research Scholarship Program
State: Goa
Ministry: null
Department: Art, Culture and Museums Department
Category: Education & Learning, Sports & Culture
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme aims to encourage college and university students to undertake research in Tiatr, its song, and music. It provides scholarships and publication opportunities for research work, targeting students pursuing Graduation, Post-Graduation, and PhD studies.

Benefits:
> ***Scholarship Amount***

The amount of each scholarship will be decided by Tiatr Academy of Goa (TAG) from time to time.
> ***Publication of Research Work***

The research work of the students will be printed by Tiatr Academy of Goa (TAG) in book form after approval by the Recommendation Board.
> ***Copies of Published Work***

Each student concerned will receive 100 copies of their printed research work in addition to the scholarship amount.
> ***Number of Scholarships***

TAG will offer scholarships in three categories every year:
    ◦ PhD: 1 scholarship
    ◦ Post-Graduation: 3 scholarships
    ◦ Graduation: 6 scholarships
_*Scholarships will be for every academic year._
_*A scholarship will be given only once in a particular category; however, the same applicant is free to apply for other categories in subsequent academic years._
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Eligibility:
- The applicant must be a bonafide student who does research work or a project related to Tiatr.
- The applicant must conduct research work in English and Konkani (Roman script only).
- The applicant should have secured at least 50% marks in the last examination.
- The applicant must submit a report of the research carried out, duly signed either by the guide or the head of the institution.

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Application Process:
[Online]
Step 1: The interested applicant should take a printout of the prescribed format of the application form.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields: name of the applicant. Attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required). Sign the application form and mention the date.
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to - 
Tiatr Academy of Goa, AS-1 / AS-4, Block A, 2nd Floor, Campal Trade Centre, Opposite Kala Academy, Campal, Panaji, Goa, India – 403001
*Applicants are advised to save a copy of the submitted application form and any acknowledgment.

Documents Required:
At Application StageSelf-Attested Copy of Aadhaar Card
Self-Attested Copy of PAN Card
Report of The Research Carried Out (Duly Signed Either By The Guide Or The Head of The Institution)
Copy of Mark Sheet / Certificate of Last Examination (Inferred, to substantiate the requirement of at least 50% marks)
Proof of Bonafide Student Status / Enrolment In College/University (Inferred, for undertaking research work related to Tiatr)
At Benefit Disbursal / Post-Selection StageCopy of Research Work (Duly certified by the guide, as undertaken in the application form)
Tiatr Script Writing Workshop
State: Goa
Ministry: null
Department: Art, Culture and Museums Department
Category: Sports & Culture, Skills & Employment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme's objective is to enrich and promote the writing skills of Tiatr playwrights and to have a healthy and constructive discussion on various aspects of Tiatr script writing amongst the Tiatr writers, participating institutions and artistes. Lunch & refreshments are provided to participants.

Benefits:
- A hall with infrastructural facilities made available free of charge. 
- Experts are paid honorarium and travelling expenses per Kala Academy&#39;s norms / as decided by Kala Academy. 
- Lunch and refreshments for all participants are provided by Kala Academy.

Eligibility:
All the Goan tiatr playwrights, artistes and institution representatives, besides experts invited by Kala Academy, are eligible.

Application Process:
[Offline]
The interested institutions must apply on plain paper/letterhead to the Member Secretary, Kala Academy, providing all the relevant particulars and details. 
The application must be submitted within the stipulated date declared by Kala Academy every year.
Authority to Receive Applications: Member Secretary, Kala Academy.
Selection Criteria/Procedure: Experts decided by the Advisory Committee. All participants who have applied in response to the press communique.
Authority for Redressal of Grievances: Member Secretary/Chairman, Kala Academy, Goa.

Documents Required:
Documents supporting the particulars and details of the Institution relevant to the scheme.
To Assist the Farmers for Construction of Community Base Water Tank/Storage Structure for Efficient Use of Water Through Drip Irrigation
State: Gujarat
Ministry: null
Department: Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

This scheme has been introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat. It aims to provide financial assistance to farmers for constructing community-based water tanks/storage structures to ensure efficient water use through drip irrigation.

Benefits:
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**Name of the Component****Standard of Assistance****Minimum Time Limit (in Years) for Reclaiming  Benefits**Water Tank50% of the cost or ₹9,80,000/- whichever is lessOnce in a lifetime<br>

Eligibility:
> **For Individual Farmers:**

- The applicant must be a farmer.
-  The applicant must belong to the Gujarat state.
- The water tank must be constructed on the applicant’s own farmland.
- The farmer must have adopted the [Micro Irrigation System (MIS)](https://pib.gov.in/PressReleaseIframePage.aspx?PRID=2003188).- The farmer must cover at least one hectare of land per 75 cubic meters of water tank under MIS.

> **For Group of Farmers:**

- The group must consist of two or more farmers.
- The group must belong to the Gujarat state.
- The group must select one farmer as the leader, who will submit the application on behalf of the group.
- The water tank must be constructed on the land of one of the farmers in the group.
- Each member of the group must have adopted the [Micro Irrigation System (MIS)](https://pib.gov.in/PressReleaseIframePage.aspx?PRID=2003188).- The group must cover at least one hectare of land per 75 cubic meters of water tank under MIS.

> **Note:**

- No separate registration is required for the group; they only need to submit a mutual consent certificate.
- The benefit is available only once in a lifetime (For both Individual and Group of Farmers).

Application Process:
[Online]
Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at I-Khedut Portal: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/
Step 2: On the home page, click on ‘Schemes’ and then click on ‘Agricultural Schemes’.
Step 3: Now select the scheme, click on the ‘Apply’ button and an application page will open.
Step 4: Click on "Apply New" button and submit a new application.
Step 5: Click on the "Update Application" button to add corrections to the application.
Step 6: Once the application is done, confirm it.
Step 7: Take a print out of the confirmed application.
Step 8: Applicant can also check their Application Status/View/Print/Upload Application details from the below link: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/public/frm_Applicant_Corner.aspx 
Note: Application will be accepted on the principle of first come, first serve bases within the target limits.
Contact Us: Click here.

Documents Required:
Aadhaar Card.
Land ownership documents.
Bank passbook copy.
Micro Irrigation System (MIS) adoption proof.
Certificate of group formation (if applying as a group).
Any other document if required.
To Increase Fish Seed Production and Inland Fisheries Equipment in Tribal Areas
State: Gujarat
Ministry: null
Department: Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Beneficiary Type: Individual, Registered Societies, Self Help Groups (SHGS)

This scheme has been introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat. It aims to enhance fish production and provide employment opportunities to Scheduled Tribes (ST) individuals engaged in inland fisheries.

Benefits:
**Name of Component****Standard of Assistance****Minimum Time Limit (in Years) for Reclaiming Benefits**Fish Seed Rearing₹90/- per 1000 spawn to fry (30% recovery); ₹260/- per 1000 fry to fingerlings (35% recovery); ₹460/- per 1000 spawn to fingerlings (12% recovery); Rearing time: 30, 60, 90 days1 YearFish Seed Stocking100% assistance for fish seed and transportation cost1 YearPrawn Seed Stocking100% assistance for prawn seed and transportation cost for Scheduled Caste lessees1 YearBoat &amp;amp;amp;amp; Net50% assistance for Tin Boat &amp;amp;amp;amp; Net (₹15,000/- or ₹7,500/-, whichever is less) (Boat ₹5,000/- + Net ₹2,500/-); 50% assistance for F.R.P Boat &amp;amp;amp;amp; Net (₹30,000/- or ₹15,000/-, whichever is less) (Boat ₹12,500/- + Net ₹2,500/-)6 YearsFish cage culture60% assistance for Scheduled Tribe beneficiaries Unit cost: ₹3,00,000/-, subsidy: ₹1,80,000/- or 60% of actual cost, whichever is lower3 YearsTraining of Tribal Trainees₹2,000/- per month for 3 months (Total ₹6,000/-) (60% minimum attendance required)Once in a lifetimeTraining Kit₹1,250/- stipend after 10-day training; ₹125/- per day during trainingOnce in a lifetimeFish seed rearing by womenA kit worth ₹2,500/- given after completing 3-month trainingOnce in a lifetime

Eligibility:
- Individuals/ societies/ self-help groups/ associations/ reservoir monopolies/ private units etc. involved in inland fisheries activities can avail the benefits of inland schemes.
  - The applicant should be a Fisherman.
  - The applicant should belong to the Schedule Tribe(ST) category.
  - Applicant should be above 18 years of age.
  - The beneficiary fisherman must have his own bank account.

Application Process:
[Online]
Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at I-Khedut Portal: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/
Step 2: On the home page, click on ‘Schemes’ and then click on ‘Agricultural Schemes’.
Step 3: Now select the scheme, click on the ‘Apply’ button and an application page will open.
Step 4: Click on "Apply New" button and submit a new application.
Step 5: Click on the "Update Application" button to add corrections to the application.
Step 6: Once the application is done, confirm it.
Step 7: Take a print out of the confirmed application.
Step 8: Applicant can also check their Application Status/View/Print/Upload Application details from the below link: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/public/frm_Applicant_Corner.aspx 
Contact Us: Click here.

Documents Required:
Aadhaar card.
Quotation.
Caste certificate.
Passport size photo.
Bank passbook/cancelled cheque.
Ration card.
To Increase Fish Seed Production and Inland Fisheries Resources in Tribal Areas: Boat Net - Gujarat
State: Gujarat
Ministry: null
Department: Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Beneficiary Type: Individual, Business Entity, Registered Societies, Self Help Groups (SHGS)

The scheme aims to boost fish production and provide employment to people involved in inland fisheries activities. It offers financial assistance for purchase of boats and nets to eligible Scheduled Tribe beneficiaries.

Benefits:
> ***Financial Assistance:***

***Tin Boat with Net:***
**50% assistance of the unit cost, amounting to ₹19,000/-, which includes:**

- Tin Boat: ₹10,000/-
- Net: ₹5,000/-
- Lifesaving appliance: ₹4,000/-

***F.R.P. Boat with Net:***
**50% assistance of the unit cost, amounting to ₹34,000/-, which includes:**

- FRP Boat: ₹25,000/-
- Net: ₹5,000/-
- Lifesaving appliance: ₹4,000/-

> **Frequency of Disbursement:** The benefits can be reclaimed after a minimum of 6 year.

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Eligibility:
1. The applicant must be Individuals/societies/self-help groups/associations/reservoir monopolies/private units, etc., involved in inland fisheries activities can avail the benefits of inland schemes.
   1. The applicant must be from the Scheduled Tribes.
   1. The applicant must be above 18 years.
   1. The beneficiary must have his/her own bank account.
   1. The applicant must have an Aadhaar Card/Voter ID/Ration Card/Passport as proof of identity.

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Application Process:
[Online]
Registration Process:Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at the I-Khedut Portal.
Step 2: Click on 'Login' from the top right-hand side, then click on "Beneficiary Registration" and select any one from the 'Farmer' or 'Institutional' or 'Except For the Farmer' as the Beneficiary Type.
Step 3: Enter the 'Company Name' and Address if you have selected 'Institutional' or 'Except For the Farmer' as the Beneficiary Type. And for all select the District, Taluka, and Village, choose 'what type of account holder you are?', enter your Account Number and Name, solve the Captcha, and click 'Save and Next'.
Step 4: Enter your Mobile Number and E-mail address, click 'Send OTP', enter the received OTP, create and confirm a Password, solve the Captcha, and click 'Submit'.
Login Process: Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at the I-Khedut Portal.
Step 2: Click on 'Login' from the top right-hand side of the homepage. On the home page, click on ‘Schemes’ and then click on ‘Agricultural Schemes’.
Step 3: Now select the scheme, click on the ‘Apply’ button, and an application page will open.
Step 4: Click on the "Apply New" button and submit a new application.
Step 5: Click on the "Update Application" button to add corrections to the application.
Step 6: Once the application is done, confirm it.
Step 7: Take a printout of the confirmed application.
Contact Us: Click here.

Documents Required:
Aadhaar Card/Voter ID/Ration Card/Passport (as proof of identity)
Scheduled Tribe Certificate
Bank Account Details
Any other documents (as per requirement)
To Increase Fish Seed Production and Inland Fisheries Resources in Tribal Areas: Fish Cage Culture - Gujarat
State: Gujarat
Ministry: null
Department: Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Beneficiary Type: Individual, Business Entity, Registered Societies, Self Help Groups (SHGS)

The scheme aims to increase fish production and provide employment through reservoir-based inland fisheries. It offers financial assistance to Scheduled Tribe fishermen.

Benefits:
Scheduled Tribe beneficiaries are eligible for 60% assistance of the unit cost of ₹3,00,000/- to ₹1,80,000/-, or 60% of the actual cost, whichever is less.
> **Minimum Time Limit for Reclaiming Benefits:** 3 year from the date of availing benefit.

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Eligibility:
1. The applicant must be Individuals/societies/self-help groups/associations/reservoir monopolies/private units, etc., involved in inland fisheries activities can avail the benefits of inland schemes.
1. The applicant must be from the Scheduled Tribe community.
1. The applicant must be above 18 years.
1. The beneficiary must have his/her own bank account.
1. The applicant must have an Aadhaar Card/Voter ID/Ration Card/Passport as proof of identity.

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Application Process:
[Online]
Registration Process:Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at the I-Khedut Portal.
Step 2: Click on 'Login' from the top right-hand side, then click on "Beneficiary Registration" and select any one from the 'Farmer' or 'Institutional' or 'Except For the Farmer' as the Beneficiary Type.
Step 3: Enter the 'Company Name' and Address if you have selected 'Institutional' or 'Except For the Farmer' as the Beneficiary Type. And for all select the District, Taluka, and Village, choose 'what type of account holder you are?', enter your Account Number and Name, solve the Captcha, and click 'Save and Next'.
Step 4: Enter your Mobile Number and E-mail address, click 'Send OTP', enter the received OTP, create and confirm a Password, solve the Captcha, and click 'Submit'.
Login Process: Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at the I-Khedut Portal.
Step 2: Click on 'Login' from the top right-hand side of the homepage. On the home page, click on ‘Schemes’ and then click on ‘Agricultural Schemes’.
Step 3: Now select the scheme, click on the ‘Apply’ button, and an application page will open.
Step 4: Click on the "Apply New" button and submit a new application.
Step 5: Click on the "Update Application" button to add corrections to the application.
Step 6: Once the application is done, confirm it.
Step 7: Take a printout of the confirmed application.
Contact Us: Click here.

Documents Required:
Aadhaar Card/Voter ID/Ration Card/Passport (as proof of identity)
Scheduled Tribe Certificate
Bank Account Details
Any other documents (As per requirement)