Vishesh Katan, Vankari & Vanat Sahay (Spinning & Weaving Assistance Scheme)
Extra ₹1–1.5/hank spinning + ₹3–4.5/sqm weaving incentive · Khadi artisans Gujarat
Khadi spinners and weavers in Gujarat receive additional production incentives on top of central government support, paid per hank of yarn spun or per square meter of Khadi woven. Scheduled Tribe and women artisans get higher per-unit rates than the general category. Apply through the eKutir portal (e-kutir.gujarat.gov.in) via the Gujarat Rajya Khadi Gramodyog Board.
About This Scheme
Khadi spinners and weavers in Gujarat receive additional production incentives on top of central government support, paid per hank of yarn spun or per square meter of Khadi woven. Scheduled Tribe and women artisans get higher per-unit rates than the general category. Apply through the eKutir portal (e-kutir.gujarat.gov.in) via the Gujarat Rajya Khadi Gramodyog Board.
Full official description
The scheme "Vishesh Katan, Vankari & Vanat Sahay (Spinning & Weaving Assistance Scheme)" by the Gujarat Rajya Khadi Gramodyog Board, Industries & Mines Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to provide financial assistance in addition to the central government assistance to spinners and weavers. The scheme provides production incentive for spinning of yarn and weaving of Khadi with additional financial assistance ranging from ₹1/- per hank for general and Scheduled Caste spinners to ₹4/- per square meter for Scheduled Tribe weavers, along with weaving equipment aid of ₹1/- per square meter. The applicant must be Khadi spinners and weavers engaged in production activities. The scheme is implemented by Gujarat Rajya Khadi Gramodyog Board under Industries & Mines Department and applications are accepted as per the board's procedures.
Benefits
- Spinners (General/SC): Additional ₹1 per hank of yarn spun
- Spinners (Women/ST): Additional ₹1.50 per hank
- Weavers (General/SC): Additional ₹3 per sq. meter of Khadi woven
- Weavers (ST): Additional ₹4 per sq. meter
- Weaving equipment aid: ₹1 per sq. meter extra
💡 Why Startups Should Care
This is a direct production incentive — the more you spin or weave, the more you earn on top of your base wage. For women and ST artisans, the higher per-unit rate specifically rewards continued participation in traditional Khadi crafts.
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be a Khadi spinner actively spinning yarn, or a Khadi weaver actively weaving Khadi fabric
- Must be engaged in production activities (incentive is output-based)
- Category determines rate: Women and ST artisans receive higher assistance than General/SC
How to Apply
- Visit the eKutir portal (e-kutir.gujarat.gov.in).
- Register as a Khadi spinner or weaver on the landing page.
- Submit the application form prescribed by Gujarat Rajya Khadi Gramodyog Board.
- Attach identity proof and category certificate (for SC/ST claims).
- Incentives are credited based on verified production output.
Frequently Asked Questions
What specific activities must I be engaged in to qualify for financial assistance under this spinning and weaving support program?
You must be actively engaged as a Khadi spinner involved in spinning of yarn activities or as a Khadi weaver engaged in weaving of Khadi cloth production.
What is the additional financial incentive I can receive per hank if I belong to the general category and work as a spinner?
As a general category spinner, you will receive an additional ₹1/- per hank for spinning of yarn, which is provided in addition to any central government assistance.
How much additional financial support can I expect per hank if I am a woman engaged in Khadi spinning activities?
Women spinners receive enhanced assistance of ₹1.5/- per hank for spinning of yarn, which is higher than the standard rate provided to general category spinners.
What is the rate of additional financial assistance provided per hank to Scheduled Tribe spinners under this assistance scheme?
Scheduled Tribe spinners receive the enhanced rate of ₹1.5/- per hank for spinning of yarn, similar to the assistance rate provided to women spinners.
How much additional financial incentive can I receive per square meter if I am a general category weaver producing Khadi cloth?
General category weavers receive additional ₹3/- per square meter for weaving of Khadi cloth, along with ₹1/- per square meter as weaving equipment aid.
What is the total financial assistance rate per square meter available to Scheduled Caste weavers under this Khadi weaving support program?
Scheduled Caste weavers receive ₹3/- per square meter for weaving of Khadi plus ₹1/- per square meter weaving equipment aid, totaling ₹4/- per square meter.
How much additional financial support can Scheduled Tribe weavers expect to receive per square meter for their Khadi weaving production?
Scheduled Tribe weavers receive the highest assistance rate of ₹4/- per square meter for weaving of Khadi plus ₹1/- per square meter weaving equipment aid.
What additional benefit is provided specifically for weaving equipment support and how much assistance can I expect per square meter?
All eligible weavers receive weaving equipment aid of ₹1/- per square meter in addition to their category-specific weaving incentives for Khadi cloth production.
Is this financial assistance provided as a replacement for central government support or as an additional benefit to existing schemes?
This assistance is provided specifically in addition to central government assistance, meaning you receive supplementary financial support over and above existing central schemes.
How is the production incentive calculated for spinners and what unit of measurement is used for determining my payment?
Production incentive for spinners is calculated on per hank basis, meaning your payment is determined by the actual number of hanks of yarn you produce.
What measurement unit is used for calculating weaving incentives and how does it relate to my actual cloth production output?
Weaving incentives are calculated on per square meter basis, directly linking your financial assistance to the actual area of Khadi cloth you produce.
What type of production documentation must I maintain to ensure I receive the correct incentive payments for my spinning or weaving work?
You must maintain detailed production records and output documentation that can be verified by authorities to calculate accurate incentive payments based on your actual production.
Which government board is responsible for implementing this spinning and weaving assistance scheme and processing applications from eligible artisans?
The Gujarat Rajya Khadi Gramodyog Board under the Industries & Mines Department, Government of Gujarat, implements this scheme and processes all applications.
What primary application document must I submit to initiate my request for spinning and weaving financial assistance under this program?
You must submit the prescribed application form as specified by the Gujarat Rajya Khadi Gramodyog Board along with all required supporting documents and certificates.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Application form as prescribed by Gujarat Rajya Khadi Gramodyog Board
- Proof of identity and category certificate (for SC/ST/women claims)