The “Supply of Insulated Boxes” scheme, initiated by the Department of Fisheries, Government of Goa, is designed to support fishermen by subsidizing insulated boxes used in fish preservation and marketing. The scheme provides a 75% subsidy on the cost of insulated boxes, with specific box capacities and subsidy limits based on the type of fishing activity. Only fishermen engaged in selling/marketing fish, fishing at sea with a canoe, or fishing at sea with a mechanized fishing vessel (with up to 6-cylinder engines) are eligible.
Benefits
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For Beneficiaries Engaged in Selling/Marketing Fish:
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One insulated box of 50 liters capacity
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Subsidy: 75% of the cost, capped at ₹1,500.
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For Beneficiaries Engaged in Fishing at Sea With a Canoe:
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One insulated box of 100 liters capacity and one box of 220 liters capacity
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Subsidy: 75% of the cost, capped at ₹7,000.
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For Beneficiaries Engaged in Fishing at Sea With a Mechanized Fishing Vessel (Up to 6-Cylinder Engines):
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One insulated box of 220 liters capacity and one insulated box of 400 liters capacity
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Subsidy: 75% of the cost, capped at ₹15,000.
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Eligibility
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Fishermen Categories:
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Fishermen engaged in selling and marketing fish
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Fishermen engaged in fishing at sea with a canoe
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Fishermen engaged in fishing at sea with a mechanized fishing vessel (with up to 6-cylinder engines)
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Application Process
Offline Process:
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Obtain Application Form:
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The interested applicant should take a printout of the prescribed application form.
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Fill and Attach Documents:
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Complete all mandatory fields in the application form.
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Paste a passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required) and attach self-attested copies of all required documents.
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Submit the Application:
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Submit the duly filled and signed form along with documents to the concerned authority at the Department of Fisheries, located at Dayanand Bandodkar Marg, Patto Colony, Panaji, Goa – 403 521, or to the official post at the BDO Office/Sub-Offices of the Department of Fisheries.
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Obtain Acknowledgment:
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Request a receipt or acknowledgment with the submission date, time, and unique identification number for future reference.
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Documents Required
For 400 & 220 Liters Capacity Insulated Boxes (Fishing Vessels):
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Copy of Vessel Registration Certificate (VRC) of the fishing vessel.
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Latest copy of the Updated Fishing License/Certificate.
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Latest copy of the Updated Net License Book.
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Copy of Aadhaar Card.
For 100 & 220 Liters Capacity Insulated Boxes (Fishing Canoes):
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Copy of Vessel Registration Certificate (VRC) of the fishing vessel.
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Latest copy of the Updated Fishing License/Certificate.
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Latest copy of the Updated Net License Book.
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Copy of Aadhaar Card.
For 50 Liters Capacity Insulated Boxes (Active Fish Sellers):
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Certificate from the Village Panchayat/Municipality confirming that the applicant is actively engaged in the retail sale of fish.
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Copy of Aadhaar Card.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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What is the submission address for the application form?
Applications should be submitted to the Department of Fisheries at Dayanand Bandodkar Marg, Patto Colony, Panaji, Goa – 403 521, or the designated BDO/Sub-Offices. -
What are the contact details for the Directorate of Fisheries in Panaji?
Contact details are available on the official website or through the department’s Citizen’s Charter. -
How can citizens register dissatisfaction or complaints about service standards?
Complaints can be registered with the Department’s Grievance Redressal Officer or emailed at [email protected]. Complaints are acknowledged and addressed within 30 days. -
What is the subsidy percentage for each beneficiary category?
75% subsidy is provided for all categories, with specific cost caps: ₹1,500 for 50-liter boxes (fish sellers), ₹7,000 for 100/220-liter boxes (canoe fishermen), and ₹15,000 for 220/400-liter boxes (mechanized vessel fishermen). -
Where can citizens find the guidelines for this scheme?
Guidelines are available on the official website and in the Citizen’s Charter. -
What documents are necessary for 50-liter insulated boxes for fish sellers?
A certificate from the Village Panchayat/Municipality and a copy of the Aadhaar Card. -
What documents are needed for insulated boxes for fishing canoes?
A copy of the Vessel Registration Certificate, Updated Fishing License/Certificate, Updated Net License Book, and Aadhaar Card. -
What documents are required for insulated boxes for fishing vessels?
Similar to canoes: Vessel Registration Certificate, Updated Fishing License/Certificate, Updated Net License Book, and Aadhaar Card. -
What benefits do beneficiaries receive?
Depending on the fishing method, beneficiaries receive insulated boxes with capacities ranging from 50 to 400 liters, subsidized at 75% up to specified monetary limits. -
Are there specific deadlines for application submission?
The application process is offline; applicants should check the advertisement for any deadlines specified by the department. -
Is there an application fee?
The scheme guidelines do not specify any application fee.