This scheme is designed to support traditional fishermen in Goa by subsidizing the cost of petrol required for operating out board motors (OBMs) on their fishing vessels or canoes. The aim is to reduce the operational costs for fishermen, thereby helping them sustain their livelihoods and improve their fishing activities.
Key Benefits
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Subsidy Rate:
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Regular Beneficiaries: A subsidy of ₹30 per litre is provided on up to 1000 litres of petrol.
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SC/ST Beneficiaries: A subsidy of ₹30 per litre is provided on up to 1100 litres of petrol.
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Frequency:
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Benefits can be availed every year.
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Eligibility
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Applicant Profile:
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Must be a traditional fisherman by birth or profession.
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Must be a resident of Goa.
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The fishing canoe or vessel must be registered under the Merchant Shipping Act, 1958 and associated rules.
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Membership:
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Applicants must be either individual fish farmers or members of a Registered Fisheries Cooperative Society or Association.
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Compliance:
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Applicants should not be defaulters of the Directorate of Fisheries.
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They should not be violators of the Goa, Daman & Diu Marine Fishing Regulation Act, 1980.
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Motor Specifications:
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The out board motor (OBM) must be 10HP or below.
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Application Process
Mode: Offline
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Obtain Application Form:
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Beneficiaries must collect the prescribed application form.
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Fill and Attach Documents:
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Complete all mandatory fields and paste a passport-sized photograph (signed if required).
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Attach self-attested copies of all required documents.
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Submission:
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Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the required documents to the Department of Fisheries at:
Dayanand Bandodkar Marg, Patto Colony, Panaji, Goa – 403521, or at the designated BDO Office/Sub-Offices.
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Grievance Redressal:
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Any grievances can be registered with the Department’s Grievance Redressal Officer or emailed at [email protected]. Complaints are acknowledged and resolved within 30 days.
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Documents Required
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Certificate of Vessel Registration (with OBM incorporated, issued by the Directorate of Fisheries under the Merchant Shipping Act, 1958)
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Fishing Vessel License Certificate (issued under the Goa, Daman & Diu Marine Fishing Regulation Rules, 1982)
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Fishing Net License Certificate (issued under the Goa Fisheries Rules, 1981)
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Caste Certificate (if applicable)
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Aadhaar Card
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ECS Mandate Form
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Self Declaration by the applicant
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Original bill from the petrol pump (if submitted by the pump owner)
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Petrol Consumption Passbook maintained by Registered Fisheries Cooperative Societies/Association/Individuals
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Are there any penalties for defaulters or violators?
Yes, applicants must not be defaulters of the Directorate of Fisheries or violators of the Goa, Daman & Diu Marine Fishing Regulation Act, 1980. -
Is the application form submitted online?
No, the application is accepted only in offline mode. -
Can an applicant without a registered fishing canoe apply?
No, the fishing vessel or canoe must be registered under the Merchant Shipping Act, 1958. -
Is there compensation for delays in disbursal?
The scheme does not specify compensation for delays. -
Can applicants from neighboring states apply?
Only residents of Goa are eligible. -
What is the maximum consumption limit for SC/ST beneficiaries?
SC/ST beneficiaries can avail the subsidy for up to 1100 litres of petrol. -
What is the OBM horsepower limit?
Only OBMs of 10HP or below are eligible. -
How often can benefits be availed?
Benefits can be availed annually. -
Where should the application form be submitted?
Applications should be submitted at the Department of Fisheries, Dayanand Bandodkar Marg, Patto Colony, Panaji, Goa – 403521, or at the designated BDO office. -
How to contact the Grievance Redressal Officer?
Grievances can be emailed to [email protected].