Goa
Grant-in-Aid Scheme To Provide Financial Assistance To The Mahila Mandals/ Women's Self-help Groups (SWAWLAMBHAN)
Main benefit
Financial Assistance: ₹ 20,000/- sanctioned as annual grants.
Can you get this scheme?
Conditions at a glance
- For: Female
About
The scheme "Grant-in-Aid Scheme to Provide Financial Assistance to the Mahila Mandals/ Women's Self-help Groups (SWAWLAMBHAN)" by the Directorate of Women And Child Development, Govt. of Goa, provides financial assistance to Mahila Mandals/Self-Help Groups for training/orientation for members of the Mahila Mandal/ Self Help Groups for generating their own activity for self-employment. This Scheme is applicable to all the Mahila Mandals/Women's Self-Help Groups duly registered before the competent authority within the territory of Goa.
Benefits
- Financial Assistance: ₹ 20,000/- sanctioned as annual grants.
- Purpose: For successful functioning in the state of Goa.
- Financial Assistance: ₹ 5,000/-.
- Purpose: For undertaking any gainful self-employment activity training orientation in the activities.
- For the Master Trainers
- The Directorate may provide resource persons/ Master Trainers/Instructors for each course of activity through CDPOs.
- A fixed honorarium of ₹ 5,000/- will be paid per course..
- Actual Travel Allowance (TA) incurred shall be paid if travelling in the Taluka outside his/her jurisdiction.
Who can apply
- The Mahila Mandals/Women's Self-Help Groups should have valid registration with the Department of Women & Child Development, Panaji-Goa.
- The Mahila Mandals/Women's Self-Help Groups shall be operating successfully for their members within the State of Goa.
- There shall be a minimum of 20 members for training/orientation.
- NOTE: The compulsion of 2 years of registration is deleted.
Documents needed
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How to apply
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For the Mahila Mandal/ Self Help Groups
The application in the prescribed format, along with copies of the required documents shall be submitted through the CDPO of the concerned block, Mukhya Sevika at the village level of the respective block, at the cost of ₹ 100/-.
For the Master Trainers/Instructors
The application in the prescribed format, along with copies of the required documents shall be submitted through the CDPO of the concerned block, Mukhya Sevika at the village level of the respective block.
Common questions
How Can Mahila Mandals/Women's Self Help Groups Make The Payment For Registration, And Where Should They Submit The Confirmation Of Payment?
The registration amount of Rs. 1500 can be paid through Demand Draft (DD) or E-payment modes like NEFT, RTGS, OTS, Debit Card/Net Banking. The confirmation of payment should be submitted at the respective taluka level office for the issuance of the Registration Certificate.
What Are The Steps To Register A Mahila Mandal/Women's Self Help Group Under The Department Of Women And Child Development To Avail Benefits Under The Scheme?
The MM/SHGs need to fill the prescribed application form for registration, pay the registration amount of Rs. 1500, and submit required documents like registration certificate, member details, and bank passbook copy to the taluka level office.
Who Is The Implementing Authority Of The Scheme, And What Responsibilities Does This Authority Have?
The CDPO of the concerned block is the implementing authority of the Scheme. Their responsibilities include ensuring effective implementation, conducting monthly meetings, and maintaining records of the Scheme.
Within What Timeframe Should The CDPO Submit The Utilization Certificate, And What Additional Report Should Be Submitted On A Monthly Basis?
The CDPO should submit the utilization certificate within one month. Additionally, the CDPO should submit a monthly progress report for effective implementation of the Scheme.
What Happens To The Registration Certificate If The Mahila Mandal/Women's Self Help Group Dissolves Or Ceases To Exist?
If the group dissolves or ceases to exist, the Registration Certificate issued to avail benefits under the Swawlamban Scheme shall be treated as canceled.
What Is The Process For Replacing Members In Case Of Their Resignation Or Death In The Mahila Mandal/Women's Self Help Group?
In the case of resignation or death of a member, new members can be added by the group through a recorded resolution and intimation to the respective taluka.How Can The Annual Grant Of Rs. 20,000
Be Utilized By Mahila Mandals/Women's Self Help Groups?
The annual grant of Rs. 20,000 should be used for the purchase of Assets/Infrastructure for the Mahila Mandals/Women's Self Help Groups, such as electronic items, furniture, machinery, or equipment, benefiting the group.
What Records Need To Be Maintained By The Mahila Mandal/Women's Self Help Group Concerning The Training Program And Annual Grants?
The Mahila Mandal/Women's Self Help Group must maintain proper records of bills and vouchers related to the training program and submit them to the CDPO within a week after completion of the program.
What Expenses Are Not Covered By The Government Under The Scheme, Apart From The Financial Assistance?
The government does not cover additional liabilities such as House Rent, Electricity Bill, or Water Bill under the Scheme.
Who Determines The Date, Time, And Place Of The Training Program, And To Whom Should It Be Communicated?
The Mahila Mandal/Women's Self Help Group is responsible for fixing the date, time, and place of the training program, and this information should be informed to the respective Taluka CDPOs.
How Are The Training Programs Selected, And What Is The Maximum Duration Allowed For A Training Course?
Each Mahila Mandal/Women's Self Help Group can apply for one training program at a time. The training duration should not be less than 3 hours in a day for a training course of 15 days.
Can Mahila Mandals/Women's Self Help Groups Claim Financial Assistance As A Right Under The Scheme?
No, the grant of financial assistance under the scheme cannot be claimed as a matter of rights; it is subject to certain conditions and the government's decision.