Launched on 7th August 2016 (National Handloom Day) by the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, the Hathkargha Samvardhan Sahayata (HSS) scheme provides financial assistance for technological upgradation to handloom weavers. This scheme is designed to improve productivity and fabric quality by supporting the purchase of modern looms and accessories.
Scheme Key Highlights (Short Summary)
• Launched by Ministry of Textiles, GoI
• Focused on Odisha’s handloom weavers
• Financial support up to 90% of equipment cost
• Beneficiary pays only 10% of the cost
• Implemented via Weavers Service Centre (WSC) and NHDC
• Applicable items include looms, dobby, jacquards, pirn winders, and other handloom equipment
Benefits
• 90% subsidy on the cost of technological upgradation items
• 10% contribution to be paid by the beneficiary
• Range of admissible equipment includes:
• Pneumatic Jacquard Systems
• Motorized Jacquard
• Take-up & Let-off Motions
• Dobby, Reeds, Healds, Shuttles, Bobbins
• Pirn Winding Machines
• Warping Machines
• ASU Machines (manual/motorized)
• Frame Looms (up to and above 60”)
• Construction Workshed
• Street Sizing Kits
List may be revised as per Expert Committee recommendations
Eligibility
• Must be a resident of Odisha
• Must be a Handloom Weaver
• Must have undergone weaving training in the last 2 years under any government programme
• Must be willing to pay 10% of the total item cost
Application Process
Offline
• Step 1: Attend the beneficiary selection camps organized by the Weavers’ Service Centre (WSC). The list of shortlisted applicants will be finalized with the State Handlooms Directorate.
• Step 2: Once selected, the weaver places an order and pays 10% of the cost digitally to the empaneled supplier.
• Step 3: WSC confirms and communicates order details to the supplier, NHDC, and the weaver.
Documents Required
• Aadhaar Card
• Weaver Identity Card
• Two passport-size photographs
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: When was the “Hathkargha Samvardhan Sahayata” scheme launched?
A: It was launched on 7th August 2016.
Q: What is the aim of this scheme?
A: To assist handloom weavers with financial aid for looms and accessories to improve productivity and quality.
Q: What is the government’s financial contribution under the scheme?
A: 90% of the cost is borne by the Government of India.
Q: What does the beneficiary contribute?
A: The weaver pays 10% of the equipment cost.
Q: What items are eligible for subsidy?
A: Looms, jacquards, dobby, pirn winding machines, warping machines, sizing kits, and other weaving tools.
Q: Who manages the scheme in Odisha?
A: The Weavers Service Centre (WSC) in coordination with the State Directorate of Handlooms.
Q: Is the list of eligible items fixed?
A: No, it is updated regularly based on recommendations of the Expert Committee.
Q: What is the full form of WSC?
A: Weavers’ Service Centre