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To Increase Fish Seed Production and Inland Fisheries Resources in Tribal Areas: Training Kit - Gujarat

The scheme aims to provide training and equipment to boost inland fisheries among Scheduled Tribe beneficiaries.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Gujarat

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- Scheduled Tribe trainees are given a training kit worth ₹2,500/- after completing three months of training. | - The kit includes cast nets, gill nets with seekers and floats, nylon twine, cotton ropes, plastic ropes, and net-weaving equipment. | Training Kit: The kit is provided after the successful completion of a three-month training program. | Frequency of Disbursement: The benefits for this component can be reclaimed only once in a lifetime.

Who can apply

The applicant must be Individuals/societies/self-help groups/associations/reservoir monopolies/private units, etc., involved in inland fisheries activities can avail the benefits of inland schemes.; The applicant must be from the Scheduled Tribe community.; The applicant must be above 18 years.; The beneficiary must have his/her own bank account.; The applicant must have an Aadhaar Card/Voter ID/Ration Card/Passport as proof of identity.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

Who can apply under the scheme?

Individuals, societies, self-help groups, associations, reservoir monopolies, and private units involved in inland fisheries activities can apply if they belong to the Scheduled Tribe category.

Is there any age requirement to be eligible under the scheme?

Yes, the applicant must be above 18 years of age to be eligible for the training kit benefit.

What is provided under the training kit?

The training kit includes cast nets, gill nets with seekers and floats, nylon twine, cotton ropes, plastic ropes, and net-weaving equipment.

When will the training kit be given to the beneficiary?

The training kit is provided after successfully completing a three-month training at a designated centre.

When will I receive the training kit?

You will receive the training kit after completing the three-month training program.

How many times in my lifetime can I receive the training kit?

You can receive the training kit once in a lifetime.

Which identity documents are required to avail the benefits of the scheme?

You must have an Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Ration Card, or Passport as proof of identity.

Can I apply for the training kit online?

Yes, the application can be submitted online through the iKhedut portal at https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in.

Is the kit benefit applicable only for inland fisheries activities?

Yes, the benefit is specifically meant for those engaged in inland fisheries activities such as reservoir fishing and aquaculture.