The scheme aims to recognize exceptional craftsmanship among registered artisans and weavers in Uttarakhand by encouraging innovation, creativity, and excellence in the handicrafts and handloom sectors through state and district-level awards.
The scheme aims to recognize exceptional craftsmanship among registered artisans and weavers in Uttarakhand by encouraging innovation, creativity, and excellence in the handicrafts and handloom sectors through state and district-level awards.
The “Award Scheme to Encourage Entrepreneurs” is implemented by the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Department under the Department of Industries, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to recognize exceptional craftsmanship among registered artisans and weavers in Uttarakhand by encouraging innovation, creativity, and excellence in the handicrafts and handloom sectors through state and district-level awards.
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Nature of the Award:*
1. State Level Award*
For the best artisans in the handicraft sector:
First Prize: ₹15,000/-
Second Prize: ₹10,000/-
Third Prize: ₹7,000/-
For the best weavers in the handloom (cotton and woolen) sector:*
First Prize: ₹15,000/-
Second Prize: ₹10,000/-
Third Prize: ₹7,000/-
2. District Level Award*
For the best artisans in the handicraft sector:
First Prize: ₹6,000/-
Second Prize: ₹4,000/-
For the best weavers in the handloom (cotton and woolen) sector:*
First Prize: ₹6,000/-
Second Prize: ₹4,000/-
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Step 1: Online application
• Application forms can be obtained from the office of the General Manager, District Industries Centre (DIC) or downloaded from the departmental website at https://doi.uk.org. - The duly filled application form, along with a copy of the Aadhaar card, relevant handicraft/weaving-related documents, photographs, and certificates, must be submitted through the General Manager, District Industries Centre of the concerned district by the due date. • The three copy of application form must be submitted, along with a demand draft of ₹50/- payable in favour of the General Manager, District Industries Centre. *Selection Process:* • For the District Level Awards, selections are made by a District Level Selection Committee constituted under the chairmanship of the District Magistrate/Chief Development Officer. • For the State Level Awards, selections are made by a State Level Selection Committee constituted under the chairmanship of the Director of Industries, Uttarakhand. <br>
Individual artisans and weavers who are registered with handicraft/handloom cooperatives or registered non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in Uttarakhand are eligible to apply. <br>
Yes. The applicant must be a registered Handloom Weaver or Handicraftsman under the Directorate of Industries, Uttarakhand or under the Development Commissioner (Handlooms/Handicrafts), Government of India. <br>
Yes, they can apply only if their cooperative/institution is not a defaulter on any departmental or bank loan. <br>
For both Handicraft and Handloom sectors: - First Prize – ₹15,000/- - Second Prize – ₹10,000/- - Third Prize – ₹7,000/- <br>
For both Handicraft and Handloom sectors: - First Prize – ₹6,000/- - Second Prize – ₹4,000/- <br>
No. Once awarded, the artisan or weaver cannot be considered again for the next three consecutive years. <br>
Application forms can be obtained from the office of the General Manager, District Industries Centre (DIC) or downloaded from the departmental website https://doi.uk.org. <br>
The completed form must be submitted through the General Manager, District Industries Centre (DIC) of the concerned district by the prescribed due date. <br>
Applications are accepted only on the official government portal.
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