Launched in 2013-14 by the Chhattisgarh State Handloom Development and Marketing Cooperative Union Limited, Raipur, the “Bunkar Parivar Sahayata Yojana” is designed to provide financial security to families of weavers working in primary weaver cooperative societies affiliated with the State Handloom Union. This scheme offers immediate financial assistance to the nominated heir (wife, son, or daughter) of a working weaver in the event of their untimely death, helping to alleviate the immediate economic crisis faced by the family.
Benefits
- Financial Assistance:
A sum of ₹20,000/- is provided to the nominated heir of the deceased working weaver. - Immediate Relief:
The assistance is intended to address the urgent financial needs of the weaver family at the time of loss.
Eligibility
- Weaver Family:
The scheme applies to families of working weaver members. Here, “weaver family” includes the husband, wife, and their children. - Membership:
The deceased must have been an active working weaver member of a primary weaver cooperative society affiliated with the Chhattisgarh State Handloom Union, Raipur.
Application Process
The application process is conducted offline:
- Initiation of Application:
- Upon the death of the weaver, the nominated heir (wife, son, or daughter) may apply for financial assistance through their respective weaver cooperative society.
- Proposal Submission:
- The primary weaver cooperative society will compile and forward the proposal for financial assistance along with all required documents to the Chhattisgarh State Handloom Union via the District Handloom Office.
Documents Required
- Death Certificate:
Official death certificate of the deceased weaver. - Membership Proof:
Photocopy of the membership register confirming the deceased’s society membership. - Working Weaver Certificate:
Certificate of being a working weaver in the society (e.g., photocopy of the wage payment register). - Bank Details:
Bank passbook photocopy showing the details of the valid heir who is to receive the assistance. - Proof of Family Membership:
Photocopy of the ration card as evidence of being a family member. - Society’s Proposal Resolution:
A formal resolution from the cooperative society recommending financial assistance. - Recommendation Certificate:
A recommendation certificate from the concerned Assistant or Deputy Director of Handloom.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How much financial assistance is provided to the heir of a deceased weaver under this scheme?
The scheme provides a financial assistance of ₹20,000/-. -
Who qualifies as a “weaver family” according to the eligibility criteria?
A “weaver family” includes the husband, wife, and their children of a working weaver member. -
What is the address of the Chhattisgarh State Handloom Development and Marketing Cooperative Union Limited?
The Union is headquartered in Raipur, Chhattisgarh. (For specific address details, please refer to official communications or the website.) -
How does a family member apply for financial assistance after the death of a weaver working in a cooperative society?
The nominated heir must apply through the weaver’s cooperative society, which will then forward the application along with the required documents to the Chhattisgarh State Handloom Union via the District Handloom Office. -
What document is required to prove that the deceased was an active working weaver in a cooperative society?
A certificate of being a working weaver, such as a photocopy of the wage payment register, is required. -
Which document is needed to establish the membership of the deceased weaver in a cooperative society?
A photocopy of the membership register confirming society membership is required. -
How does this scheme help in providing immediate economic security to weaver families facing unexpected circumstances?
By offering a one-time financial assistance of ₹20,000/-, the scheme helps cover immediate financial needs and mitigate the economic shock following the untimely death of a working weaver. -
Which organization is responsible for providing this financial assistance to families of deceased weavers?
The financial assistance is provided by the Chhattisgarh State Handloom Development and Marketing Cooperative Union Limited, Raipur. -
What defines an eligible “working weaver member” according to the scheme’s documentation requirements?
An eligible working weaver member is one who is actively employed in a primary weaver cooperative society affiliated with the State Handloom Union, as verified by membership registers and wage payment records. -
Who can be nominated as the heir to receive financial assistance after a weaver’s death?
The nominated heir can be the wife, son, or daughter of the deceased weaver. -
What type of cooperative societies must weavers belong to in order for their families to be eligible for this assistance?
Weavers must be members of primary weaver cooperative societies affiliated with the Chhattisgarh State Handloom Union.