NCLS
What this is
The scheme provides 65% financial assistance for purchasing Amber Charkhas (₹13,000/-) and looms (₹30,000/-) to registered Khadi spinners and weavers, promoting sustainable livelihoods.
In detail
The "New Charkha-Loom Scheme" implemented by the Commissioner of Cottage and Rural Industries, Industries & Mines Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to modernize Khadi production by providing financial assistance for Amber Charkhas and looms to registered Khadi spinners and weavers. The scheme offers 65% subsidy on equipment costs (₹13,000/- for Charkhas, ₹30,000/- for looms) to enhance productivity and sustain traditional artisans. Implemented through registered Khadi/Polyvastra organizations, it targets spinners and weavers certified by Khadi institutions.
Who qualifies
- The applicant must be a registered Khadi/Polyvastra spinner or weaver.
- The applicant’s organization must hold a valid Khadi certification.
- Equipment must be purchased for active Khadi production.
What you get
Subsidy for Equipment
- Amber Charkha: 65% of ₹13,000/- (₹8,450/- subsidy).
- Looms: 65% of ₹30,000/- (₹19,500/- subsidy).
Disbursement Mode
Credited to the beneficiary’s account post-verification.
not about the scheme.
Provenance
| schemeName | New Charkha-Loom Scheme | myScheme · 2026-09-02 |
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| nodalMinistryName | ... | myScheme · 2026-09-02 |
| dbtScheme | False | myScheme · 2026-09-02 |
| achievement data | ... | no source publishes this for any central scheme |