Proposals worth Rs 3.44 crore for 104 beneficiaries in Fatehpur were cleared at a meeting chaired by divisional commissioner Dr Lokesh M. This includes 73 weavers under the Chief Minister Handloom and Powerloom Industry Development Scheme involving Rs 241.55 lakh state share. Prayagraj: Prayagraj division has for the first time initiated the process to recommend powerloom weavers under two state schemes.
Another 31 eligible weavers were selected under the Jhalkari Bai Kori Handloom and Powerloom Industry Development Scheme, being implemented under the Special Component Plan (SCP). A state share of Rs 102.30 lakh has been proposed for these beneficiaries. Together, the two schemes cover 104 eligible powerloom weavers and involve a proposed state contribution of around Rs 3.44 crore.
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Officials said the initiative is significant as eligible beneficiaries from Prayagraj division are being recommended under these schemes for the first time. The proposals will now proceed through the prescribed govt process for approval and release of assistance. The schemes are intended to provide financial and other govt support to eligible weavers, promote handloom and powerloom activities and strengthen the economic condition of people dependent on the sector. Download the TOI App.