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West BengalBusiness & MSME
Handloom and Khadi Weavers Scheme
Managed by: Department of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises and Textiles (Directorate of Textiles (Handloom))
About the Scheme
Supports the traditional handloom industry by providing subsidized raw materials, work-shed grants, and direct showroom sales linkages through Tantuja.
Welfare Benefits & Assistance
- •Supply of raw yarn at 10% subsidized rates
- •Work-shed construction subsidies up to Rs. 25,000
- •Free marketing support through Tantuja and Manjusha showrooms
Eligibility Criteria
State ResidencyLocated in West Bengal
Age Limits18+ for promoters
Family Income CapRegistered weaver primary cooperative societies or individual weavers
Social Class / CategoryAll categories
Additional Prerequisites
- Must be registered as a primary weavers cooperative society under the state cooperative act, or be an individual weaver with a registered DIC card
Documents Required for Application
Tip: Keep scanned color copies of these documents ready before starting your application.
How to Apply (Step-by-Step Guide)
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Apply through single-window textiles portal
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Register at District Handloom Officer office or local DIC office
Who Should Apply?
- ✓Registered handloom weavers and weaving cooperative groups in WB
Who Should NOT Apply?
- ✗Powerloom mills without handloom quotas
- ✗Private retail brokers
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How can I sell my weave through Tantuja?
Cooperative members can submit quality checked products at designated purchase centers for direct marketing.
Related Welfare Schemes
Artisans Facilitation Supports
Who Can Apply:
Registered handicraft and handloom artisans in West Bengal
Key Benefits:
•Free access to government-sponsored exhibitions and melas for product sale
•Travel and transport allowances for transporting goods to exhibitions
Updated: July 2026
Handloom and Khadi Weavers Benefit Scheme
Who Can Apply:
Active handloom and khadi weavers in West Bengal
Key Benefits:
•Financial grant of Rs. 10,000 for repairing handlooms or upgrading accessories
•Thrift Fund Scheme linkage (matching contribution by state govt)
Updated: July 2026
Khadi Weavers Benefit Scheme
Who Can Apply:
Registered Khadi spinners and weavers aged 60+ in West Bengal
Key Benefits:
•Monthly old-age pension of Rs. 1,000 for elderly khadi spinning and weaving artisans
•Access to health insurance card cover
Updated: July 2026
Banglashree Scheme
Who Can Apply:
New or expanding MSME units in West Bengal
Key Benefits:
•Capital investment subsidies ranging from 10% to 40% based on location zone
•Interest subsidy up to 6% on term loans
Updated: July 2026
Scheme Details
State / CentralWest Bengal
AuthorityDirectorate of Textiles (Handloom)
SubcategoryWeaving Industry Support
Launch Date2013
Target Beneficiarymsme
Official Helpline033-2230-0021