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Tribals Development Plan: Purchase of Tourist Taxi
This sub-scheme aims to empower Scheduled Tribe (ST) families by providing financial assistance to purchase tourist taxis for self-employment in Goa’s growing tourism industry. It supports tribal households in transitioning from traditional occupations to sustainable livelihood opportunities.
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About This Scheme
The “Purchase of Tourist Taxi” component forms part of the umbrella scheme “Tribals Development Plan”, launched by the Directorate of Social Welfare, Government of Goa. This sub-scheme aims to empower Scheduled Tribe (ST) families by providing financial assistance to purchase tourist taxis for self-employment in Goa’s growing tourism industry. It supports tribal households in transitioning from traditional occupations to sustainable livelihood opportunities through the transport sector. Eligible beneficiaries receive a subsidy of ₹15,000/- from the Directorate of Social Welfare (DSW) in addition to any applicable assistance under the Central Government’s Swarnajayanti Gram Swarozgar Yojana (SGSY). The component is implemented through the District Rural Development Agencies (DRDAs) and the Directorate of Social Welfare, and applications are accepted offline at district and taluka-level offices.
Benefits
₹25.0K
For BPL families: A total subsidy of ₹25,000/-, comprising ₹10,000/- from the District Rural Development Agency (DRDA) under the Swarnajayanti Gram Swarozgar Yojana (SGSY) and ₹15,000/- from the Directorate of Social Welfare (DSW).- For non-BPL tribal families (with annual income
Eligibility
Note: You may be eligible based on the information shown. Please verify the official eligibility requirements before applying.
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Required Documents
- ✦Caste Certificate (proof of belonging to Gawda, Velip or Kunbi community).
- ✦Proof of Residence (Residence Certificate or Ration Card).
- ✦Income Certificate (issued by Competent Authority).
- ✦Proof of BPL status (if applicable).
- ✦Driving Licence (LMV – Light Motor Vehicle) or proof of application for the same.
- ✦Passport-size Photographs.
- ✦Identity Proof (Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / PAN Card).
- ✦Proforma Invoice or Bill of the Tourist Taxi to be purchased.
- ✦Vehicle Registration Certificate (RC Book) after purchase.
- ✦Bank Account Details (Cancelled Cheque / Bank Passbook copy).
✦ Required ◦ Optional
How to Apply
IIn-person
Quick Info
- Level
- Central Government
- Max benefit
- ₹25.0K