Organizing/ Participation in Exhibitions /Trade Fairs /Expo /Seminars /Investors Meets, etc
By Industries and Commerce Department, Government of Puducherry
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Quick Answer
A scheme by Puducherry's Department of Industries and Commerce to support artisans and MSMEs by covering travel and daily expenses for participating in market promotion events and trade fairs in India and abroad.
- Funding amount
- Varies
- Funding type
- Subsidy
- Application deadline
- Rolling
- Location
- Puducherry
- Registrations needed
- Udyam registration
About this subsidy
The scheme "Organizing/ Participation in Exhibitions /Trade Fairs /Expo /Seminars /Investors Meets, etc" falls under the 'Marketing And Publicity' initiatives by the Department of Industries and Commerce, Union Territory of Puducherry. Its primary objective is to facilitate the promotion campaigns, investors meets, and seminars both domestically and internationally. These activities are designed to attract investments into Puducherry's industrial sector and significantly enhance the marketability of products created by local MSMEs and artisans. The ultimate goal is to boost economic activity and industrial growth within the region.
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Subsidy providers
Benefits & Funding
What You Get
This scheme provides essential financial assistance and market access opportunities to artisans and unit industrialists from Puducherry. Beneficiaries receive travel expenses limited to second-class railway fare and a Daily Allowance (DA) of ₹400 per day per person when participating in approved events. The program facilitates participation in promotional campaigns, exhibitions, trade fairs, investors meets, and seminars held across India and abroad. This support directly helps increase the marketability and reach of their industrial, handicraft, and cottage industry products, fostering business growth and attracting potential investors.
- Disbursement
- Reimbursement
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
Timelines & Process
Applications
Rolling basis
Application Process
- 1
Download Application Form
Applicant downloads and prints the prescribed application form from the website.
You - 2
- 3
How to apply
Four steps from draft to disbursement — one action each.
- 1
Submit on the official portal
Use the official application link and verify all details before final submission.
- 2
Follow up
Reach out 5–7 days after submitting to confirm receipt and ask about the review timeline.
Program templates & documents
Files the program publishes for applicants — download these and apply in the prescribed format.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary objective of this scheme?
The scheme aims to increase the marketability of products from Puducherry's MSMEs, handicraft, and cottage industries by arranging promotional campaigns, exhibitions, trade fairs, seminars, and investor meets both within India and abroad, thereby attracting investments to the Union Territory.
Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?
Any artisan or unit industrialist operating from Puducherry is eligible to apply for participation in the events supported by this scheme.
What financial benefits do participants receive?
Participating artisans/unit industrialists are reimbursed for their travel expenses, restricted to second-class railway fare, and receive a daily allowance of ₹400 per day per person for their participation in approved events.
How do I apply for this scheme?
Interested applicants must download and print the prescribed application form, fill in all details, attach necessary documents, and submit it offline to the District Industries Centre in Thattanchavady, Puducherry.
Is there an online application option?
No, the application process for this scheme is strictly offline. Applicants need to submit a physical application form at the District Industries Centre.
