The Formation Scheme of JHASCOFISH by the Department of Animal Husbandry and Fisheries, Government of Jharkhand aims to support fishermen cooperatives and boost fish production in the state. Under this scheme, cooperative societies receive financial aid, technical support, and various welfare measures to strengthen their operations and enhance the socio-economic status of fishermen.
Benefits
• Financial Aid: Grants of up to ₹48,00,000 to assist cooperative societies
• Administrative Support: Funding for machinery, equipment, seminars, publicity, and office expenses
• Infrastructure Development: Up to ₹5,00,000 allocated for maintenance and renovation of facilities
• Marketing Support: Assistance to secure fair prices for fish and improve marketing strategies
• Fishermen Welfare: Programs designed to enhance the overall socio-economic status of fishermen
• New Vehicle Purchase: Provision of up to ₹6,00,000 for purchasing new operational vehicles
Eligibility
• Applicant must be a resident of Jharkhand
• Must be a member of a registered fishermen cooperative society
• The cooperative society must be affiliated with JHASCOFISH
• The society should actively engage in fish production or related activities
• Societies with pending legal cases or previous misuse of funds are not eligible
Application Process
Offline
• Step 1: Visit the JHASCOFISH office during office hours and request the hard copy of the prescribed application form from the designated staff
• Step 2: Complete the form by filling in all mandatory fields and attach all required documents (self-attested, if necessary)
• Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the JHASCOFISH office
• Step 4: Obtain a receipt or acknowledgment containing the date, time, and a unique identification number for future reference
Documents Required
• Proof of Registration of the Cooperative Society
• Membership List of the Cooperative Society
• Recent Audit Reports of the Society
• Bank Account Details of the Cooperative Society
• Identity Proof of the Applicant
• Project Proposal Document (if applicable)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the main objective of the JHASCOFISH scheme?
A: To support fishermen cooperatives and enhance fish production through financial aid, technical support, and welfare measures.
Q: Who can apply for this scheme?
A: Only members of a registered fishermen cooperative society that is affiliated with JHASCOFISH and actively involved in fish production.
Q: Are individual fishermen eligible for benefits under this scheme?
A: No, the scheme is designed specifically for fishermen cooperatives.
Q: What is the total budget allocated for this scheme?
A: The scheme includes a financial aid grant of ₹48,00,000, along with additional funds for infrastructure, marketing, and vehicle purchase.
Q: How much financial assistance is provided as grants?
A: Grants of up to ₹48,00,000 are provided to assist cooperative societies.
Q: What kind of support is provided for infrastructure development?
A: Up to ₹5,00,000 is allocated for the maintenance and renovation of facilities.
Q: Can the funds be used for purposes other than those specified?
A: No, funds must be used for the purposes outlined in the scheme such as administrative support, infrastructure development, and marketing support.
Q: How are the applications reviewed?
A: Applications are reviewed by the JHASCOFISH office where all submissions are verified before approval.
Q: What is the mode of fund disbursement?
A: Funds are disbursed as grants directly to the cooperative societies.
Q: Is there a deadline for submitting applications?
A: Specific deadlines are communicated by the JHASCOFISH office; applicants should inquire at the time of form collection.