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"Exhibition" Component of the "Development Of Handicrafts" Scheme

The "Exhibition" scheme by the Department of Industries and Commerce, Government of Puducherry, was introduced to boost the marketability of handicrafts and enhance sales through the organization of exhibitions. These exhibitions are conducted locally and in various states of the country.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Puducherry

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- Travelling allowance to-and-fro 2nd class (berth) train fare. | - For participation in A1 cities' exhibitions: Daily allowance of ₹300 per day per crafts person. | - For participation in non-A1 cities' exhibitions: Daily allowance of ₹200 per day per crafts person. | - For participation in local exhibitions: Daily allowance of ₹150 per day per crafts person. | - Reimbursement of actual expenditure for transporting handicrafts goods from the unit to the exhibition spot.

Who can apply

The applicant should be a resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry.; The scheme is open to all craftspersons with handicraft units.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

What is the main objective of the "Exhibition" component under the "Development Of Handicrafts" scheme?

The scheme aims to boost the marketability of handicrafts and enhance sales through organized exhibitions.

What are the benefits provided for crafts persons participating in A1 cities' exhibitions?

Crafts persons receive a daily allowance of [?]300 and reimbursement of 2nd class train fare for A1 cities' exhibitions.

How much is the daily allowance for crafts persons participating in local exhibitions?

Crafts persons participating in local exhibitions receive a daily allowance of [?]150 per day.

What are the eligibility criteria for applicants under this scheme?

Applicants must be residents of the Union Territory of Puducherry and own handicraft units.

Where can one find the Citizen's Charter for the "Development Of Handicrafts" scheme?

The Citizen's Charter can be accessed at https://dic.py.gov.in/sites/default/files/citizencharter.pdf.

How can individuals submit grievances related to the scheme?

Grievances can be addressed through the Grievance Redressal Mechanism at https://industry.py.gov.in/grievance-redressal-mechanism.

What is the purpose of organizing exhibitions under the scheme?

Exhibitions aim to boost handicrafts marketability and enhance sales, conducted locally and in various states.

What is the reimbursement provided for transporting handicrafts goods to the exhibition spot?

The scheme offers reimbursement of actual expenditure for transporting handicrafts goods from the unit to the exhibition spot.

What allowance is provided for crafts persons participating in non-A1 cities' exhibitions?

Crafts persons receive a daily allowance of [?]200 per day for non-A1 cities' exhibitions.

Where can individuals download application forms for the scheme?

Application forms can be downloaded at https://dic.py.gov.in/application-forms-download-area.

How is the traveling allowance provided for crafts persons participating in exhibitions?

Crafts persons receive to-and-fro 2nd class (berth) train fare as part of the traveling allowance.

What is the daily allowance provided for crafts persons participating in A1 cities' exhibitions?

Crafts persons receive a daily allowance of [?]300 per day for participating in A1 cities' exhibitions.