Integrated Sericulture Development Project

Integrated Sericulture Development Project (ISDP) was introduced by Directorate of Sericulture, Government of Assam to revive and expand the production Muga and Eri in Assam. ISDP also focuses on developing and protecting sericulture in Assam through various projects.

Overview

Government of India (GoI) has initiated several schemes in traditional service and manufacturing sectors such as bamboo, cane, silk, khadi, coir, sericulture, non-farming to revive and reform, improve domestic and international trade, provide better market access and improve the economic stability by generating employment opportunities. As a part of reviving sericulture in India, GoI introduced North East Region Textile Promotion Scheme to increase handloom, textile, horticulture and sericulture sector in the North Eastern states. The scheme provides financial assistance for seeds banks, machinery, raw materials. It also enhances the producer by providing skill development training on machinery, technology and global marketing. Under the NERTPS scheme, Government of Assam introduced two projects, they are:

Integrated Sericulture Development Project (ISDP) and
Intensive Bivoltine Sericulture Development Project (IBSDP)

Objectives of ISDP

To protect the species that contribute to sericulture during drastic temperature shift and create a sustainable sericulture development in Assam
Increase production, quality and marketing process for Muga and Eri silks
Revive and increase the production of sericulture in Assam
Diversify the process of sericulture to improve the quality and quantity in silk and cocoon production in Assam
Implement skill development programs to increase production, upgrade technology and promote marketing at global platforms
Provide a platform to expand the food plants through the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA)to improve policies and practices for production and distribution
Increase economic stability through targeted groups for Sericulture in Assam
Create employment opportunities for a sustainable livelihood among the rural areas in Assam

Benefits of ISDP

Increases the cultivation of mulberry, silkworm, cocoon resulting in higher silk production
Increases the economic status for the weaker section and provides income to increase equity for startups
Provides a platform for women empowerment
Increases the production and production units resulting in better marketing activities
Emerges as an eco-friendly source for soil conservation and greenery

Targeted Projects for Muga and Eri through ISDP

ISDP supports the sericulturists through the following projects in Pre-Cocoon sector for Muga and Eri

Projects for Pre-Cocoon sector: Muga

S. No.	Project Title	Targets	Units
1	Assistance for raising of Kisan Nursery	15	No.
2	Support for raising for Muga food plantations	600	Acres
3	3 years of Assistance for maintaining Muga Host Plantation at farmers level	1600	Acres
4	Support to Adopted Muga Seed Rearers	500	No.
5	Support to Muga Private Graineurs	125	No.
6	Support to Muga Rearers for Startup Tools	600	No.
7	Construction of Mountage Hall for Muga farmers	1100	No.

Projects for Pre-Cocoon sector: Eri

S. No.	Project Title	Targets	Units
1	Assistance for raising of Kisan Nursery	30	No.
2	Support for raising for Eri food plantations	1200	Acres
3	Support for maintenance of Eri Host Plantation for 3 years	1200	Acres
4	Support for Rearers in startup tools	1200	No.
5	Construction of Rearing Houses	1400	No.
6	Support for Adopting Seed Rearers	200	No.
7	Support for Eri Private Graineurs	50	No.
S. No.	Project Title	Targets		Units
1	Assistance for raising of Kisan Nursery	30		No.
2	Support for raising for Eri food plantations	1200		Acres
3	Support for maintenance of Eri Host Plantation for 3 years	1200		Acres
4	Support for Rearers in startup tools	1200		No.
5	Construction of Rearing Houses	1400		No.
6	Support for Adopting Seed Rearers	200		No.
7	Support for Eri Private Graineurs	50		No.

Funding Pattern of ISDP

The funds for the projects of Muga and Eri shall be provided by the Central Government, State Government, and MGNREGA

Ratio

S. No.	Funds provided through	Ratio of funding
1	GOI	71.12
2	MGNREGA	17.29
3	State	6.47
4	Beneficiary	5.13

Duration of the Project

The duration of the project ranges from 1 to 3 years depending on the size and requirement of the project targets.

Technical Consultants and Implementing Agencies (IA)

Technical Consultants and IAs are implemented to monitor the production and provide assistance for the sericulture manufacturers in Assam. They also provide support for preparing projects, implementation and guidance for skills development programs. The role of Technical Consultants and IAs are to prepare Detailed Project Report and seek approval from the Government of Assam.

Release of Funds for ISDP

The funds for the ISDP shall be released by the Government of Assam in three instalments, they are: First Instalment: After the sanction of project from Government of Assam Second Instalment: Physical progress of the project Third Instalment: Physical progress of the project Targeted Project Areas as per ISDP guidelines

S. No	Product	Targeted Area	Total No. of beneficiaries
1	Muga	Kamrup, Cachar, Golaghat and Lakhimpur	600
2	Eri	Dhemaji, Sonitpur and Morigoan	1200

Eligibility Criteria for ISDP

Must be a resident of Assam
Farm-based enterprises
Sericulture farmers
Targeted and Self Help Groups (SHGs) for Sericulture
NGOs

Companies manufacturing products based on silk

Documents Required for Availing ISDP

Detailed Project Report as guided by the IA
ID proofs such as PAN Card, Aadhar Card, Driving License, Proof of residence etc.
Details and documents of the company
Proof of Business
Memorandum and articles of association of the Company/Partnership Deed of partners etc.
Details of bank and IT returns
Balance sheet approved by an authorised CA

Process of ISDP

Step 1: Prepare a Detailed Project Report (DPR) as guided by the IA Step 2: Check the project meets the guidelines of ISDP Step 3: The IAs sends the DPR and documents to the Government of Assam for approval Step 4: Funds are released after the approval Click here to read on North East Industrial Development Scheme (NEIDS)