State Integrated Cooperative Development Project - Fisheries Sector

DETAILS The “State Integrated Cooperative Development Project” was introduced by the Department of Fisheries, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to promote sustainable fisheries development in Uttarakhand by facilitating the establishment and expansion of cooperative-based fisheries projects in both mountainous and plain regions. BENEFITS Under the scheme, the following support is provided: Options for setting up large loan-based projects in both mountainous and plain areas are available for individuals or groups engaged in fisheries through cooperative societies. Facilities are provided for trout farming, angling, and retail outlets on a cluster basis in mountainous districts, and for Pangasius farming, major carp farming, and integrated fisheries in plain districts. Under the project, the cooperative societies will bear 10% of the contribution, while 70% is provided as a loan and 20% as a grant. The project assists the societies in preparing their Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) or Business Development Plans (BDPs) and organizes free training and capacity-building programs periodically. Support is provided for marketing and sale of fish produced by the societies. ELIGIBILITY The applicant must be a cooperative society engaged in fisheries sector. The cooperative society must be registered in Uttarakhand.