Financial Assistance To Gad-Hanjis
About Financial Assistance To Gad-Hanjis
In the "Financial Assistance to Gad-Hanjis", financial assistance for the purchase of Nylon Twine is provided to the Licensed Fisherman (Gad-Hanjis) by the Social Welfare Department. The beneficiary shall approach the concerned District Social Welfare Officer (DSWO) for submission of the application. This is a 100% State Sponsored Scheme, and only the permanent residents of the state of Jammu & Kashmir can apply for this scheme.
Benefits
The financial assistance for the purchase of Nylon Twine will be sanctioned at the following rates:
- License holders having paid fee of ₹ 50/-: ₹ 500/-.
- License holders having paid fee of ₹ 40/-: ₹ 400/-.
- License holders having paid fee of ₹ 30/-: ₹ 300/-.
- License holders having paid fee of ₹ 20/-: ₹ 200/-.
Who is Eligible
- The applicant should be a citizen of India.
- The applicant should be a Gad-Hanji (Fisherman) licensed by the Fisheries Department consecutively for the last 3 years.
- The annual income of the applicant should not exceed ₹ 3,600/-.
- The applicant should not have received assistance under this scheme during the last 2 years.
How to Apply
Offline
Step 1: Visit the District Social Welfare Office, and request a hard copy of the format of the application form for the scheme from the concerned authority.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across), and attach all the (self-attested) mandatory documents.
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Social Welfare Officer.
Step 4: Acquire the receipt/acknowledgment of the successful submission of the application form from the District Social Welfare Office.
Post-Application Processes:
Step 1: On receipt of the application duly completed by the applicant, the DSWO shall consolidate the list and forward it to the District Level Sanctioning Committee.
Step 2: The District Level Sanctioning Committee shall consider the cases and issue appropriate orders within one month to the District Social Welfare Officer.
Step 3: On the basis of approval of the Committee, the DSWO shall issue sanctions to the grant of financial assistance for onward disbursement among the sanctioned beneficiaries.
Check Application Status:
The District Social Welfare Officer (DSWO) can be contacted regarding the application status of the scheme.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What Types Of Benefits Are Provided In This Scheme?
In this scheme, financial assistance for the purchase of Twine is provided to the Licensed Fisherman (Gad-Hanjis).
- Of What Material Shall The Twine Be Made Of?
The twine shall be made of Nylon.
- What Amount Of Financial Assistance Shall Be Paid To A Licensed Fisherman Who Has Paid A Fee Of ₹ 50/-?
[?] 500/- shall be paid to a Licensed Fisherman who has paid a fee of [?] 50/-.
- What Is The Meaning Of "Gad-Hanji"?
The meaning of "Gad-Hanji" is "Fisherman".
- What Details Are Required To Be Indicated In The Income Certificate?
The Income Certificate should indicate the monthly income of the family from all sources.
- What Is The Maximum Amount Of Financial Assistance That One Can Receive Through This Scheme?
The maximum amount of financial assistance that one can receive through this scheme is [?]500/-.
- Who Are The Target Beneficiaries Of This Scheme?
The target beneficiaries of this scheme are the Licensed fishermen (Gad-Hanjis).
- Is The Residential Certificate / Domicile Certificate Of The State Of Jammu & Kashmir, A Mandatory Document For This Scheme?
Yes, the Residential Certificate / Domicile Certificate of the State of Jammu & Kashmir is a mandatory document for this scheme.
- Is This A State Funded Or A Centrally Funded Scheme?
This is a 100% State Funded scheme.
- Is There Any Application Fee?
No, the entire application process is entirely free of cost.
- Is There Any Compensation For The Delay In The Disbursal Of The Scheme Benefits?
No, there is no such mention in the scheme guidelines.
- How Do I Know If A Field In The Application Form Is Mandatory?
The mandatory fields have an asterisk (*) mark at the end.
- Can Applicants From The Neighboring States Also Apply To This Scheme?
No, only the citizens who are permanent residents of the state of Jammu & Kashmir are eligible to apply.
- Where Can I Find The Link To The Scheme Guidelines?
The Scheme Guidelines can be found at this link - https://socialwelfarekashmir.jk.gov.in/FAGH.html
- What Is The Address Of The Department Of Social Welfare, Government Of Jammu & Kashmir?
- Is There An Income-Related Criterion For This Scheme?
The family income of the applicant should be less than [?] 3,600/- per month.
- Where Can I Find The Format Of The Application Form? Is It Available Online?
You need to visit the District Social Welfare Office and request a hard copy of the format of the application form for the scheme from the concerned authority.
- Which Department Manages This Scheme?
This scheme is managed by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Jammu & Kashmir.
- Does This Scheme Accept Online Applications?
No, this scheme only accepts offline applications.
- Is This Scheme A “One Family, One Benefit” Scheme?
No, there is no such mention in the scheme guidelines.
- Is This Scheme State Sponsored Or Centrally Sponsored?
This scheme is a 100% State Sponsored Scheme.
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