“Financial Assistance to the Fish Vendors Registered with the Directorate of Fisheries to Purchase the Accessories Required for Fish Vending” provides aid for purchasing crates, weighing scales, insulated boxes, gloves, and other related equipment to ensure hygienic fish distribution.

Benefits

• General Category: 50% subsidy, limited to ₹10,000, on a unit cost of ₹20,000.
• SC/ST/Woman Category: 60% subsidy, limited to ₹12,000, on a unit cost of ₹20,000.

Note: Beneficiaries can avail of this scheme once every three years.

Eligibility

The applicant should be a Fish Vendor registered with the Department of Fisheries, Government of Goa.

Application Process

Offline

Step 1: Request the form from the department (₹50).
Step 2: Fill mandatory fields and attach self-attested documents.
Step 3: Submit to the Department of Fisheries, Patto Colony, Panaji, or BDO Sub-Offices.

Documents Required

1. Original Invoice for vending accessories.
2. Fish Vendor Identity Card issued by the Directorate of Fisheries.
3. Copy of Aadhaar Card.
4. Mandate Form and Bank Passbook.