BPS

The objective of the scheme is to support to the Micro & Small enterprises to participate in different trade fairs and events within the State, in the Country and abroad for marketing of their products and also getting the exposure.

The Biponi scheme is an initiative launched by the Government of Assam to promote the growth of small businesses, farmers, and artisans in the state. The scheme aims to create a more efficient and competitive market ecosystem in Assam, and provide various benefits and support to promote their businesses.

Under the scheme, the government provides financial assistance for the development of market infrastructure, such as godowns, storage facilities, and market yards, to facilitate the marketing of agricultural and non-agricultural products. The scheme also provides training and support to small traders and artisans to improve their marketing skills, financial management, and product quality.

Moreover, the Biponi scheme promotes market linkages between small traders, farmers, and artisans, and various market channels, such as organized retailers, exporters, and food processing units. It also provides credit facilities and other support to small traders and artisans for working capital requirements, to promote their businesses.

The scheme primarily targets small traders, farmers, and artisans in the rural and semi-urban areas of Assam, and provides various benefits and support to promote their businesses and generate income and employment opportunities in the state.

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Eligibility

• The location of the industry must be in rural areas of Assam.
• The industry must be already existing and also the unit necessity is to have a continuous operation for a minimum of 2 years.
• The industry/unit should hold its own workshed for the process and production.
• The age of the applicant should be not less than 18 years and more than 50 years to apply for this scheme.
• There is no bar of educational qualification.