National Handloom Development Programme (NHDP)
About the programme
The National Handloom Development Programme supports integrated and holistic development of handloom weavers, both within and outside the cooperative structure. It provides assistance for raw materials, design inputs, technology upgradation, marketing, infrastructure, credit, welfare, research, training and cluster development.
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Benefits
- Cluster Development Programme support.
- Raw-material assistance and subsidised yarn through the Raw Material Supply Scheme.
- Design and product-development support.
- Technology upgradation, improved looms and accessories.
- Marketing assistance through exhibitions, expos and market linkages.
- Infrastructure support through Urban Haats, marketing complexes and special projects.
- Concessional credit and Weavers’ MUDRA loans.
- Welfare assistance for eligible handloom weavers.
- Research, training, publicity and capacity-building support.
- Support to weavers within and outside the cooperative structure, including Self-Help Groups.
Eligibility
Eligibility varies by component. Potential beneficiaries include handloom weavers, handloom workers, Self-Help Groups, producer groups, weavers’ cooperative societies, handloom organizations, implementing agencies and eligible institutions. Applicants must satisfy the weaver identification, cluster, registration or institutional requirements prescribed for the particular component.
How to Apply
- Identify the applicable NHDP component, such as cluster development, marketing assistance, infrastructure, welfare, credit or training.
- Visit the Handlooms or My Handlooms portal for the relevant online facility or notification.
- Register using the weaver, group, cooperative or implementing-agency details.
- Complete the prescribed application and project information.
- Upload or submit the required documents.
- Forward the proposal through the concerned State Handloom Department, Weavers’ Service Centre or designated implementing authority, where required.
- The proposal is scrutinised and sanctioned by the competent authority under the applicable component.
Documents
The component-wise checklist may include Aadhaar, photograph, bank details, weaver identity or e-Pehchan Card, handloom-weaver registration, cooperative or group registration documents, caste certificate where applicable, project proposal, beneficiary list, land or infrastructure documents, financial estimates, quotations, State Government recommendation and other documents prescribed under the relevant component.
FAQ
Q: Who is supported under NHDP?
A: Handloom weavers within and outside cooperatives, including Self-Help Groups and eligible handloom organisations.
Q: What types of assistance are available?
A: Raw materials, design, technology, marketing, infrastructure, welfare, credit and training.
Q: Is yarn assistance available?
A: Yes. Eligible yarn assistance is provided through the Raw Material Supply Scheme.
Q: Can groups of weavers receive cluster support?
A: Yes. Cluster development is a major programme component.
Q: What was the approved scheme period?
A: FY 2021–22 to FY 2025–26.
Beneficiary:
As mentioned above
Benefits:
Support for raw materials, looms, accessories, design development, technology upgradation, marketing and welfare of handloom weavers.
How To Apply
As mentioned above