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Fisheries Training and Extension Programme

The scheme aims to support fishermen attending training programmes. Through this scheme, stipend and travelling allowance or daily allowance are provided to fishermen during training.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- Stipend for Training: | - ₹250/- per day per fisherman for attending training at the outstation. | - ₹75/- per day per fisherman for attending training within the district. | - Travelling Allowance and Daily Allowance: | - Travelling Allowance and Daily Allowance are provided as per entitlement.

Who can apply

The applicant must be a resident of the Union Territory of Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu.; The applicant must be a fisherman.; The applicant must be attending a fisheries training programme.; The applicant must attend training either within the district or at an outstation.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

What is the objective of the scheme?

To provide stipend and Travelling Allowance or Daily Allowance to fishermen during fisheries training programmes conducted within the district or at outstation locations.

What type of support is provided under the scheme?

The scheme provides stipend and Travelling Allowance or Daily Allowance to fishermen during training.

Who receives the stipend under this scheme?

The stipend is provided to fishermen attending fisheries training programmes

What is the stipend amount for outstation training?

A stipend of ₹250/- per day per fisherman is provided for training at the outstation.

What is the stipend amount for training within the district?

A stipend of ₹75/- per day per fisherman is provided for attending training within the district.

Does the stipend amount vary based on training location?

Yes, the stipend amount varies depending on whether the training is conducted within the district or at an outstation.

Are Travelling Allowance and Daily Allowance provided under the scheme?

Yes, Travelling Allowance and Daily Allowance are provided as per entitlement.

Is Travelling Allowance and Daily Allowance provided for both district and outstation training?

The scheme mentions that Travelling Allowance and Daily Allowance are provided as per entitlement, without specifying location-wise details.

Is the stipend provided on a daily basis?

Yes, the stipend is provided on a per-day basis during the training period.

Does the scheme specify any other benefits apart from stipend and Travelling Allowance or Daily Allowance?

No, the scheme specifies only stipend and Travelling Allowance or Daily Allowance.