Quality human resource inputs for various functions will be provided to each cluster through an exclusive cluster based institution to which the Central Government will provide funds directly.
Customized programmes will be developed for each cluster after a detailed survey and requirement analysis. The existing development interventions in the handloom sector will be converged in these clusters and will be operated through the new cluster based institutions.
It is expected that through various interventions, the weaknesses of the cluster will be rectified and would make their products more competitive in the market place.
Special emphasis would be given on the design component where assistance of professional designers will be taken as well as product diversification will be undertaken.
Health Insurance Scheme
For the first time, Health Insurance Scheme is being introduced for 3 lakh weavers. The unique features of the scheme is that it will cover not only the weaver but his wife and 2 children and will also cover all pre-existing diseases. Out of the total premium of Rs. 1000/-, the Government of India will contribute Rs.800/- and the weaver will contribute Rs.200/-. As this will be directly linked to an Insurance Company, it will result in hassle free treatment.
Mahatma Gandhi Bunker Bima Yojana
The existing Janshree Bunkar Bima Yojana and the Ad-on scheme is being revised to give a coverage ofRs.50,000/- in case of natural death and Rs.80,000/- in accidental case. In the scheme, the Government of India, will contribute Rs.150, LIC will contribute Rs.100/- and the weavers contribution which was earlier Rs.150/- has been brought down to Rs.80/-.
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