CSS 2008-09 - 100%.11th5P.2YEAR.

ANNEXURE B
CENTRALLY SPONSORED SCHEMES HAVING 100% CCENTRAL

ASSISTANCE
1.1 Agriculture
1. National Biogas Development Project
(Outlay Rs.100.00 Lakhs)
Under this scheme, assistance will be provided for setting up of bio gas plants of
the normal type as well as sanitary toilet linked plants and for conduct of various training
courses for masons, beneficiaries and other turnkey agents. The outlay is meant for 4500
numbers of biogas plants, cost of training and for other operational costs.
2. CDB Scheme for integrated Farming in Coconut
(Outlay Rs.2500.00 lakhs)
The strategy proposed for coconut development is integrated development of holdings
aimed at maximising income from unit area through better agro management
practices and promotion of multi species cropping and farming systems. The
productivity levels of coconut are low compared to the neighbouring States mainly
due to the prevalence of root wilt disease, poor management and existence of senile
and unproductive palms.
Entrepreneurial ventures for production of value added products like desiccated
coconut, beverages, shell based products, coconut cream, etc will be promoted with
appropriate tie up with marketing and credit agencies. The outlay is provided to meet
the cost of implementation of various components approved by the CDB for
integrated farming in coconut.
3. National Project on Organic farming
(Outlay Rs. 10.00 lakhs)
The demand for organic food is increasing in the world and the State is having
potential to utilise this emerging opportunity for the development and export of such
foods. Organic farming not only increases the income of farmers as the organic product
get a premium price but also helps in moving towards sustainable agriculture, and aims at
production of quality and safe agriculture products which contain no chemical residues
following eco-friendly production methods.
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The outlay will be used for various programmes on organic input production, quality control
on organic farming, farmers training, setting up of model organic farms in the department farms,
training field, demonstration, farmers fair, marketing etc.
4. Promotion and Strengthening of Agricultural Mechanization

Government of India have launched a programme for the demonstration and popularisation
of agriculture implements through training, testing and demonstration. There was tremendous
progress in the popularisation and utilisation of primary agriculture machines and their operations in
farm land and very little efforts made to popularise special purpose equipments required for the
state. The schemes is proposed to be implemented during 2008-09 by popularising more
implements/including gender friendly equipments for demonstration.
5. Agrisnet
(Outlay Rs. 0.01 lakh)
A token provision is provided for availing the anticipated Central share of the Scheme
6. Farmers Counseling Centres
It is proposed to establish farmers counseling centres in Wayanad, Palakkad and Kasaragod
districts with the support of Medical Colleges, NIMHANS and selected Psychology departments of
Universities in the State. Initially the centres will be established at block level in these districts
which will be expanded to more crisis ridden Panchayats of the districts subsequently.
7. Establishment of Pesticide lab (New Scheme)

Government of India have released an amount of Rs. 18.97 lakhs for the
strengthening of State Pesticides Lab. Department proposes to implement the programme
during 2008-09.
8. Establishment of Bio- Control Lab (New Scheme)
Government of India have conveyed administrative approval for the establishment
of a Bio-Control Lab for the State at Parottukonam for a total financial outlay of Rs. 70
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lakhs out of which Government of India have already released Rs. 45 lakhs as grant- in
aid . A provision of Rs. 15 lakhs is earmarked during 2008-09.
9. Rastriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY) (New Scheme)
Government of India has launched a Special Central Assistance Scheme on
RKVY to evolve a strategy to rejuvenate agriculture sector during the 11th Five year plan.
The RKVY funds would be provided to the states as 100% grant by the Centre
Government. The eligibility for assistance under the scheme would depend upon the
amount provided in State Plan Budget for Agriculture and Allied Sectors and on the base
line expenditure incurred by the State Government in the sector. The base line would be
a moving average of expenditure for the previous three years for determining the
eligibility under RKVY, after excluding the funds already received.
The Government of Kerala in compliance with the above strategy has to prepare
District Agriculture Plan and State Agriculture Plan covering the agriculture and allied
sectors during 2008-09 for availing assistance from Government of India. The
department of Agriculture will prepare the plan and submit to the planning commission
through State planning Board.
The major objectives of the scheme are
To incentivice the state so as to increase public investment in Agriculture

and allied sectors.
To provide flexibility and autonomy to state in the process of Planning

and executing agriculture and Allied schemes
To ensure the preparation of Agriculture plans for the districts and States
based on agro climatic conditions, availability of technology and natural
resources.
To ensure that the local needs / crops/ priorities are better reflected in
agriculture plans of the states
To achieve the goal of reducing the yield gaps in important crops through
focused interventions.
To maximize returns to the farmers in Agriculture and Allied Sectors.
To bring about quantifiable changes in production and productivity of

various components of Agriculture and Allied Sectors by addressing them
in a holistic manner
An amount of Rs.10.00 crore is provided under RKVY during 2008-09.

Depending on the approval of the plan, the outlay would be stepped up during the year.
10. Centrally Sponsored Schemes under the Macro Management Policy of

Government of India and other 90% CS Schemes (CS 90%)
a) Centrally Sponsored Schemes under the Macro
Management Policy of Government of India (CS 90%)
Government of India introduced a new mode of central assistance in 2000-01 by
pooling funds of selected ongoing Centrally Sponsored Schemes in the Agriculture and
allied Sectors on a funding pattern of 90:10 to allow regional priorities to be reflected in
schemes. The Macro Management Mode of assistance gives flexibility to the Share to
formulate schemes appropriate to the local situation. As per the policy a memorandum of
Understanding (MOU) containing scheme-wise detailed work plans is to be signed
between the state and central government every year. The schemes selected for macro
Management Mode of assistance and the anticipated central share for the Annual plan
2008-09 are furnished below:
i)
Rice Development
It is proposed to implement the macro management scheme on rice development

with a view to increasing productivity of rice through further popularization of high
yielding varieties.
The outlay is for the following purposes.
Implementation of seed production programme in 3500 ha.

A portion of the outlay will be utilized for infrastructure development in
selected padasekharams.
ii) Small Farm Mechanisation

The outlay will be used for implementing a farm mechanisation programme with
focus on upland mecahnisation.
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iii) NWDPRA
The implementation of the watershed programme in the selected watersheds on
the basis of approved action plan in each district will be continued during 2008-09. The
outlay will be utilized for:
iv)
Completion of entry point activities

Livelihood support activities for landless
Capacity building
Soil and Water conservation activities including drainage line treatment
and
Demonstration of new technologies
Women in Agriculture
The objective of the scheme is to motivate women farmers through group

approach. The scheme will be implemented in all districts. The components proposed
are training and extension, monitoring and evaluation and assistance to women
entrepreneurs.
v)
Balanced and Integrated use of fertilizers
The outlay is for Upgradation of existing soil testing laboratories with

NPK facilities and initiate testing facilities and training to staff of the soil testing
laboratories.
The Scheme wise total outlay and anticipated 90% central share are shown below:
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(Rs. Lakhs)
Total
Outlay
Central
Share
(90%)
Sl.No.
Name of Component
1.
Rice development
1250
1125
2.
Small Farm Mechanisation
300
270
3.
NWDPRA
1000
900
Women in Agriculture
50
45
Balanced and integrated use of fertilizers
200
180
Total
2800
2520
The outlay provided is for meeting the anticipated 90% Central share.
b) Other 90% CS Schemes (CS 90%)
i) Support to State Extension Programmes for Extension Reforms
Government of India during Tenth plan period, subsumed various extension
programmes under a new scheme for extension reforms. As a part of the scheme it is
proposed to establish SAMETI, for training at State Level and Agricultural Technology
Management Agency (ATMA) at the district level. The district level activities are further
categorized in to farmer oriented activities, farm information dissemination and Research
Extension linkages. It is proposed to utilize the services of the Agro clinics to facilitate
technology transfer for farmers. The existing RATTC, Thiruvananthapuram would be
upgraded as SAMETI.
The outlay will be utilized for the following purposes
Operational cost of SAMETI and ATMA excluding salary

Awareness and training programme
Production of extension materials including preparation of model projects

for credit support
The outlay provided is for meeting the anticipated 90% Central share.
ii) Micro Irrigation

The objective of the scheme is to minimize the conveyance losses of water such as
deep percolation, run off and soil erosion. The crops like coconut, banana, vegetables
etc. are found responding well to micro irrigation. The outlay provided is for drip and
sprinkler irrigation with pump sets.
The outlay provided is for meeting the anticipated Central share.
11. Integrated Schemes of Oilseeds, Pulses, Oil Palm and Maize (ISOPOM)
(75% CSS)
In order to provide flexibility to the States, Oilseed production programme (OPP),
National Pulses Development Project (NPDP), Accelerated Maize Development
Programme (AMDP) and Oil Palm Development Programme (OPDP) have been merged
into one CSS (ISOPOM) during the Tenth Five Year Plan from 1.4.2004.
The outlay provided is the anticipated state share of the Scheme for the
implementation of Pulses Development Programme in the State. The support for oil palm
development is not included in the provision.
1.2 Soil and Water Conservation

1.. Strengthening of State Land Use Board (90% CSS under
Macro Management Mode)
The State Land Use Board has been receiving central assistance for strengthening
its activities under Macro Management. In 2000-01 the central assistance was transferred
to the Macro Management Mode (90% CS and 10% SS). The detailed annual plan
proposal for this scheme will be included in the Memorandum of Understanding to be
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signed between the State Department of Agriculture and Ministry of Agriculture. Salary
and consultancy charges are not included in the provision. Soil studies will be integrated
with the available facilities of the department of Agriculture and KSSO. The outlay
provided is the 90% central share for the expected outlay from Government of India.
2. River Valley Project Kabini (90% CSS under Macro

Management Mode)
Kabini River valley project is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme which commenced
during 1998-99 and implemented in the catchment of Kabini river for covering an area
of 1.05 lakh ha. It was included under Macro management mode ( 90% CS and 10% SS)
in 2000-01. An integrated watershed management approach is being adopted to prevent
siltation to the projects constructed across Kabini river. It is proposed to protect an area
of 2600 ha during 2008-09.
The outlay provided is the 90% Central Share expected for the scheme during
2008-09
1.3 Animal Husbandry

National Programme for Rinderpest Eradication
This is a scheme continuing as part of the National Programme for Rinderpest
Eradication aimed at total eradication of Rinderpest from the State. The provision is
provided for meeting the Central assistance. The scheme will be implemented as per the
guidelines issued by Government of India.
Under the scheme stock route search, village search programmes, zero
surveillance, diagnosis of diseases like Rinderpest are carried out all over the State.
2. Livestock Census
The outlay is meant for the conduct and completion of 18th livestock census as per
the guidelines issued by Government of India.
3. Foot and Mouth Disease Control Programme (FMDCP)
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This is 100% Centrally Sponsored Scheme launched in the State during 2003-04
as per Government of India guidelines. The Programme is under implementation in the
districts of Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam and Pathanamthitta districts as per the
guidelines of GOI. New districts if selected for implementation by GOI will also be
included. Expenses for required equipments, instruments, publicity and campaign
expenses etc. will be met from the provision.
4. Conservation of Threatened Breeds of Small Ruminents
Government of India has introduced a new project during 10th plan to conserve
the rare extinct and threatened breeds using modern scientific conservation tools like cryo
preservation of semen/Ova/Embryo. Breeds of goats like Attappady Black, Malabari and
various indigenous breeds of ducks can be conserved through this scheme. The outlay
provided is the anticipated central assistance for the scheme.
5. Support to Training and Employment Programme for Women

(STEP) ( 90%Central Share)
This is a continuing scheme from 2003-04 onwards. Where in Government of India
will provide financial assistance to Public Sector Organisations, non governmental
organisations etc., for providing technical and financial assistance to women in
distress by providing self employment opportunities and to take up income generation
activities. Under the programme it is proposed to assist women below poverty line
for establishing backyard poultry rearing units.
The outlay is for:
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Providing inputs and skill upgradation training and

Support services.
The outlay provided is for meeting the 90% central share for
getting Government of India assistance to the Kerala State Poultry
Development Corporation for implementing the above Programme.
Kudumbashree will be involved in the implementation process.
6. Strengthening of Poultry and Duck Breeding Farms (80% Central Share)

The outlay is the anticipated central share for implementing 80% Centrally
Sponsored Scheme for strengthening of poultry and duck breeding farms in the state
as per the guide lines of Government of India.
7. National Fodder Development Programme (75% Central Share)
This is a GOI assisted scheme for the promotion and propagation of nutritional
fodder. The scheme aims at conversion of available grasslands to fodder plots for the
cultivation of good quality fodder. In the available land of departmental farms fodder
production will be promoted. The scheme will be implemented as per the guidelines
of GOI.
8. Assistance to States for Control of Animal Diseases (ASCAD) (75% Central
Share)
(Outlay Rs. 104.10 lakhs )
The Scheme was introduced in the State during 2003-04 with an aim to control major
livestock and poultry diseases through immunisation cover , strengthening of
important diagnostic laboratories and biological production centres, disease
surveillance and monitoring , development of disease forecasting and conducting
campaigns and equipping of technicians.
The outlay provided is for meeting the anticipated central share for the following
activities:
Strengthening and modernising State and Regional level Labs to GLP

standards and IAH&VB to GMP standards
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Screening of Animals and Vaccination Programmes against major livestock

diseases
Awareness programmes
Training of Professionals and Technicians in premier Institutions and

organising seminars/workshops (with100% Central Assistance)
Documentation of data on disease incidence and publication of bulletins ,

toning up disease monitoring and forecasting
1.4 Dairy Development

1. Scheme for Strengthening Infrastructure for Quality and Clean Milk
Production (CMP)
The outlay is the anticipated central share for implementing the scheme in all the
14 districts of Kerala. The project would be implemented in the districts based on the
approval of GOI for the project
1.5 Fisheries
1.Rebates on HSD Oil to Fishermen (80% Central share)

The objective of the scheme is to reduce the operational cost of mechanised
fishing and proposes to provide rebate of Rs. 1.50 per litre of HSD oil consumed by the
mechanised fishing vessels below 20 M length, shared on 80:20 basis by the Centre and
the State. As per the norms of the scheme, the rebate will be sanctioned to only those
registered fishing vessel added to the fleet till the end of Ninth Plan. The diesel should be
supplied through approved outlets to the fishing boats
The outlay is for meeting the central share of the scheme
2. Publication of Hand Books (80% Central share)
The outlay provided is to meet the central share of the centrally sponsored scheme
on publication of hand books. The outlay set apart is for the publication of hand books
on ornamental fisheries, hand book on various developmental and welfare programmes
under fisheries sector.
3. National Fisheries Development Board Assistance(Central Share)
(Outlay Rs.300.00 lakh)
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National Fisheries Development Board (NFDB), an autonomous organisation
was registered under the administrative control of the ministry of agriculture,
Government of India during July 2006 and started functioning at Hyderabad. The
activities suggested for NFDB assistance are intensive aquaculture in ponds and tanks,
reservoir fisheries, coastal aquaculture, deep sea fishing and tuna processing, mariculture,
sea ranching, sea weed cultivation, infrastructure for post harvest processing, fish
dressing centers and solar drying of fish, domestic marketing etc.
Detailed Project report will be prepared for assistance from NFDB and the Central
share will be supported from the scheme
The Centrally Sponsored Schemes on Development of Freshwater Aquaculture
implemented by Fish Farmers Development Agency (FFDA) and Integrated Coastal
Aquaculture implemented by Brackish Water Fish Farmers Development Agency
(BFFDA) have been combined and renamed as Development of Inland Fisheries and
Aquaculture during Xth plan period. The scheme has the following components, viz.,
development of Freshwater Aquaculture, development of Brackish water Aquaculture,
development of cold water fisheries and aquaculture in the hilly regions, development of
waterlogged areas, utilisation of inland saline/alkaline soils for aquaculture and inland
capture fisheries (Reservoirs/rivers etc.).The outlay will also be utilised for continuing
the Centrally Sponsored Scheme for the following purposes
Develop and popularise aquaculture in freshwater and brackish water

areas through motivating the farmers by providing subsidy, seed, training
and extension support.
Develop District-wise Model Demonstration Farms/Ponds utilising the

public water bodies like Panchayat ponds, Irrigation tanks and lakes.
Promote large scale brackish water aqua farming like fish, shrimp, oyster,
crab, mussel etc. in the private sector by providing extension support and
arranging bank credit with subsidy
Promote cold water fisheries in Hill areas Develop water logged
areas
Introduction of cage and pen culture in lakes and reservoirs
The outlay is for meeting the central share of the Centrally Sponsored Scheme
viz., Integrated Development of Aqua culture and the contribution to NFDB schemes in
order to mobilize maximum assistance from NFDB.
1.6 FORESTRY AND WILDLIFE
1. Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve
(Outlay Rs.160.00
lakh)
The activities envisaged under the scheme included Habitat improvement, Forest
protection, Eco-development, Prevention of fire, Grazing, illicit tree cutting and
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pouching, Nature Awareness Programmes, Research, Development of data base,
Hydrology, Social Welfare of the people living in and around the biosphere are being
implemented under this scheme. The outlay provided is for continuing these activities
during 2008-09.
2.Project Elephant
(Outlay Rs.220.00
lakh)
The programme is for better protection of elephant population and their habitat,
providing water and movement corridors, soil and water conservation works, fire
protection, creating public awareness, protection to people and their crops from
elephants, and payment of compensation to the victims affected by elephant attack.
3. Agasthyamala Biosphere Reserve

The amount earmarked is for the improvement of the biosphere programme to be
implemented over the Agasthyamalai Hill Ranges. Programmes like Eco-development,
Protection of forest area and infrastructure development, Education, Training, Awareness
Campaigns, Habitat Improvement and Mitigation of human and wild animal conflicts.
The outlay is provided for the activities during the year 2008-09.
4.Sanjeevani Vanam (National Medicinal Plants Board Assisted Scheme)
The outlay provided for the scheme is to raise sample nurseries of medicinal
plants, for educating local people, planting and distribution of medicinal plants seedlings.
This provision is for the implementation of the programme during the year 2008-09.
5. Conservation of Fragile Eco System
An outlay of Rs. 1.00 lakh is provided for initiating projects for the conservation
of fragile ecosystem spread across the State. The amount will be released after getting
the approval from Government of India.
6. Integrated Forest Protection Schemes (75% Central Share)

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The Government of India introduced the scheme during 10th plan with 75%
contribution from the Centre. The activities proposed include infrastructure
development such as assistance for working plan preparation, survey & demarcation
of forest, purchase of equipments for the purpose and forest protection. The outlay
provided is for expected central assistance of the scheme.
III.
CO OPERATION
N.R.C. (L.T.O) Fund Scheme of NABARD Share Capital Contribution to Credit

Societies/Banks
The outlay is provided for strengthening share capital base of co-operative
institutions in the agricultural credit sector by availing assistance from the
National Rural Credit (L.T.O.) fund of NABARD.
2.
Schemes under Macro Management (90% CSS)

The outlay provided is to assist for the following activities of Cooperatives:
(a) Assistance to SC/ST Co-operatives/Federation.

(b) Assistance for Non-overdue cover to District Co-operative Banks.
(c) Agricultural credit stabilisation fund of Kerala State Co-operative
Bank.
(d) Assistance to Women Co-operatives by way of 40% share, 20%
subsidy and 40% loan for implementing employment oriented projects.
During 2008-09, 50 SC/ST Co-operatives, 10 Women Co-operatives, 2 district
Co-operative Banks and Kerala State Co-operative Bank are proposed to be assisted.
IV IRRIGATION AND FLOOD CONTROL

4.3. Command Area Development
1.
Restoration of water bodies (75% CSS)

Government of India has introduced a pilot scheme on restoration of water
bodies with 75% central assistance during 2005-06. Assistance was provided for the
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restoration of 10 tanks in Palakkad and 13 tanks in Pathanamthitta during the X Plan
period. It is proposed to continue this scheme in other districts during the plan
period. An amount of Rs.75 lakhs is provided for 2008-09 for implementing this
scheme. The outlay provided is the anticipated central share of assistance for the
implementation of the scheme during 2008-09
4.4. Drainage & Flood Management

A. Flood Management
Pamba Action Plan (70% CSS)
A new scheme for the pollution abatement of Pamba river with 70% Central
assistance has been sanctioned by the National River Conservation Directorate under
National River Conservation Plan. The State government had proposed a project for
Rs.319.70 crores consisting of 3 phases. The main components of the project
proposed are construction of checkdams, sanitary facilities to pilgrims, collection,
conveyance, treatment and disposal of solid waste generated in the nearby towns and
pilgrim centres situated in the banks of the river, side protection and river training
works, improvements to bathing ghats, rain water harvesting. The first phase of the
project was sanctioned for a total cost of Rs.18.45 crores mainly for the pollution
abatement of River Pamba. State government has to meet 30% cost under this
scheme. Administrative approval was accorded by Government of India at a total
cost of Rs.18.45 crores with a phasing of three years. The state share is Rs.5.53
crores. As the Travancore Devaswom Board will contribute Rs.4.85 crores out of the
state share of Rs.5.53 crores, the plan support needed is only Rs.0.68 crores for three
years. Under this scheme, the Water Resources Department has to undertake three
river protection works such as construction of weir cum regulators, bathing ghats and
other protection works of the river Pamba. Out of this one work in 3 new bathing
ghats on the left side of Pamba river has already been completed. The public
awareness programme will be implemented through NGOs. The outlay envisaged is
the anticipated central share for the implementation of the scheme.
B. Coastal Zone Management
1.
Critical Anti Sea Erosion works in coastal and other than Ganga basin
States (70% Central Share)
Government of India has sanctioned a scheme costing Rs.3.00 crores during
2003-04 for critical anti erosion works in Kerala. The work was started during 04-05 and
is progressing. The outlay provided is the anticipated central share of assistance for
continuing the scheme
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2. National Coastal Protection Project

(Outlay Rs.0.01 Lakh)
A project proposal to construct 52.065 KM. of new sea wall and reformation of
60.398 km. of old sea wall costing Rs. 216.96 crores is submitted to Government of India
for inclusion in the national Coastal Protection Project. This proposal is in the active
consideration of Government of India. In anticipation of the approval from Government
of India, a token provision is included for 2008-09.
3. Pilot Project to take up Beach nourishment under CSS scheme Critical Antierosion works in coastal and other than Ganga basin states.
As part of the Centrally Sponsored Scheme 'Critical Anti-erosion works in coastal
and other than Ganga basin states, CWC will take up a pilot project in association with
CWPRS, Pune for beach nourishment in one of the most critical reaches affected by sea
erosion to find its efficiency. Accordingly Government of Kerala has proposed two
schemes (i) Beach nourishment at Elathoor Cape in Koilandy takuk of Kozhikode district
costing Rs. 65 lakhs and Murath river mouth beach nourishment at Kottakkal costing Rs.
85 lakhs. These schemes are under active consideration of CWC. Anticipating approval
from Government of India a token provision is included for 2008-09.
VI. INDUSTRY AND MINERALS

6.1. VILLAGE AND SMALL INDUSTRIES
1. Nucleus Cell for Census (100% CSS)
(Outlay: Rs. 50.00 lakh)
An amount of Rs. 50.00 lakh is provided in the budget as anticipated central assistance for
meeting the salary and allowances of the staff in the nucleus cell for census attached to the
District Industries Centres and the Directorate of Industries and Commerce, data collection for
conducting sample survey and annual survey of industries and preparation of census report and
related matters.
2. Prime Minister's Rozgar Yojana (100% CSS)
An outlay of Rs.600.00 lakh is provided as the anticipated central assistance towards meeting
the expenditure connected with providing training, Entrepreneurial assistance like preparation of
project profiles, market surveys, PMRY awards, concurrent evaluation, monitoring and publicity,
EDP workshops, seminars, entrepreneur awareness programme exclusively for PMRY
beneficiaries and other activities related to PMRY.
3. Enforcement Machinery (100% CSS)
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An amount of Rs.30.00 lakh is provided as the anticipated central share for the year 2008-09
for meeting the expenses of the enforcement machinery for the implementation of Handloom
Reservation Act.
4. Integrated Handloom Development Scheme (IHDS) (CSS)
Integrated Handloom Development Scheme has been formulated as a Centrally Sponsored
Scheme by merging the components, with and without modifications, of four schemes
implemented during the 10th Plan. It is necessary to facilitate handloom weavers to meet the
challenges of a globalised environment and to empower them to chart out a sustainable path for
growth and diversification in line with the emerging market trends. Integrated Handloom
Development Scheme (IHDS) is an attempt to facilitate the sustainable development of handloom
weavers located in and out side identified handloom clusters in to a cohesive self managing and
competitive socio economic unit. The components of IHDS included in the Budget 2008-09 are
given below.
A) Development of Clusters having Loomage 300 500 (Central Share)
(Outlay: Rs.1029.00 lakh)
Clusters having Handlooms in the range of 300-500 are eligible for financial assistance under
this component and 20 clusters have been identified in the state for claiming financial assistance
during 2008-09. The sub components included for financial assistance are baseline survey (100%
Central Share), formation of consortium (100% Central Share), raw material support (100%
Central Share), design development (50% Central Share) etc.
Assistance for individual weavers under the sub components basic input (70% - GoI, 20% State, 10% - Implementing Agency/ Beneficiary) and construction of work-shed (0.25 lakh by
GoI for a work-shed of 20 sq. meter, balance by the State Govt. / beneficiary) is also provided for
the clusters having loomage of 300 -500.
An outlay of Rs.1029.00 lakh is provided as the anticipated central share for these
components of the scheme.
B) Group Approach for Development of Handloom (Central Share)
Handloom Weavers which are not covered by clusters will be benefited by a Group
Approach. A Group should have preferably 10 weavers, which can be in the form of SHG,
PWCS and other independent / individual weavers in groups. Assistance to such a group of
weavers will be given for the sub components basic inputs, skill upgradation, construction of
work-shed etc. 50 groups are identified in the State for getting benefits under the group approach
for development of handloom and an amount of Rs.167.38 lakh is estimated as central share
towards these components during 2008-09.
Basic Inputs: It is proposed to give one time assistance to individual weavers for basic inputs like
new looms Rs.8000, dobby Rs.4000, jacquard Rs.6000, and accessories Rs.2000. An
assistance of Rs.6000 per weaver towards margin money is also proposed for those handloom
weavers who have got credit linkages established with banks either on their own or through
PHWCS, SHGs or master weavers. Of the total assistance of Rs.26000 per weaver, 70% will be
met by Government of India, 20% by State Government and 10% by the weaver. An amount of
Rs.45.50 lakh is anticipated as central share for assisting 250 weavers for basic inputs.
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Construction of work-shed: Of the total amount for constructing a work-shed of 20 sq. meter,
Rs.25000 will be met by Government of India and the balance to be borne by State Government /
beneficiary. An amount of Rs.62.50 lakh is anticipated as the central share for constructing about
250 work-sheds during the year 2008-09.
For the subcomponent, skill upgradation to individual weavers, which has 100% GoI
assistance, an amount of Rs.59.38 lakh is estimated and the fund will be released directly to the
Weaving Service Centres.
5. Handloom Weavers Comprehensive Welfare Scheme (CSS)
Government of India approved the Handloom Weavers Comprehensive Welfare Scheme
with the components Mahatma Gandhi Bungar Bima Yojana (MGBBY) and Health Insurance
Scheme (HIS). The Health Insurance Scheme, in the revised form will be implemented at least for
2008-09. MGBBY will be implemented up to the year 2011-2012 and the Central Government
share of its premium will be released directly to the LIC of India.
(i) Health Insurance Scheme
ICICI Lombard is implementing the Health Insurance Scheme for 2008-09 and the premium
for one weavers family is Rs.781.60. Out of this, the Government of India share is 80% of the
premium (Rs.642.47), and weavers contribution is 20% of the total premium (Rs.139.13). An
amount of Rs.64.00 lakh is provided as the anticipated central share to meet the Central
Government contribution of the premium to cover 10,000 weavers family in the State during
2008-09.
6. Mahila Coir Yojana (75% CSS)
An outlay of Rs.75.00 lakh is provided as the 75% Central share anticipated for the scheme
during 2008-09. Coir Board is implementing the scheme Mahila Coir Yojana with a view to
provide self employment opportunity to rural women workers in the coir producing areas. As per
the scheme, Coir Board will give training and supply ratts with 75% subsidy. Coir Board has been
requested to include Geo-textile looms also under the scheme. The provision is for meeting 75%
of the expenditure on the cost of ratts/looms. The scheme envisages distribution of traditional
motorised ratts for spinning coir yarn and looms for weaving Coir Geotextiles, to women workers
after giving them necessary training.
VII. TRANSPORT AND COMMUNICATION

7.3. ROAD TRANSPORT
1. Driver Training Institute (70% CSS)
(Outlay Rs 93.00 lakh)
The Outlay is provided to create awareness among drivers. The Department intends to
give orientation training to the drivers. An amount of Rs 93.00 lakh is provided for the year
2008-09.
VIII. SCIENTIFIC SERVICES AND RESEARCH
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8.2 Environment and Ecology

1. Conservation of Wetland Ecosystem
It is proposed to implement a wetland conservation project aimed at conserving
the delicate wetland eco system in the State. The activities suggested are entry point
activities, planting operations,
conservation operations and implementation of
Management Action Plan. An amount of Rs. 75 lakhs is provided as the anticipated share
for the scheme. Funds will be released only after getting approval of GOI.
IX. SOCIAL SERVICES

9. I. GENERAL EDUCATION
School Education
1. Computer Education in Schools
(Outlay: Rs 1016.00 lakh)
The IT education in Kerala started with the implementation of a Centrally Sponsored
Scheme called Computer Literacy And Studies in Schools (CLASS). The scheme was
discontinued in the year 1999 and no central assistance other than Finance Commission Grant
was obtained from Government of India. The revised CLASS project is now renamed as ICT @
Schools. As per the approved norms, only 75 % of the total plan proposal would be granted by
Government of India and the rest 25 % is to be met as state share. An amount of Rs. 1016 lakh is
provided for implementing the scheme during 2008-09.
2. Integrated Education for the Disabled Children
The scheme of Integrated Education for the Disabled Children (IEDC) is 100% Centrally
Sponsored Scheme, which purports to provide educational opportunities for the disabled children
in common schools to facilitate their retention in the school system. The disabled children who
are placed in special schools should also be integrated in general education stream once they
acquire the communication and daily living skills at the functional level. For improving the
capacity of the disabled students and bring them into the general stream so many new academic
programmes/activities are included. An amount of Rs 1340 lakh is provided as anticipated
central assistance for implementing the scheme during 2008-09.
3. District Institute of Education and Training (DIET)
District Institute of Educational Training is a 100 percent Centrally Sponsored Scheme
based on the National Policy on Education 1986. The scheme was envisaged to create a viable
institutional infrastructure, academic and technical resource base for orientation, training and
upgradation of knowledge, computer and pedagogical skills of the school teachers. An amount
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of Rs 1194 lakh is provided as anticipated central assistance for implementing the scheme during
2008-09.
4. Development of Sanskrit Education
Sanskrit, mother of all languages, narrates the origin of cultural heritage, basic principles
of life and science. So the importance of this sacred language of great sanctity and rich heritage
is to be promoted and propagated through educational institutions by launching various
enrichment programmes. An amount of Rs 10 lakh is provided as anticipated central assistance
for implementing the scheme during 2008-09.
5. Modernisation of Madrassa Education
The Centrally Sponsored Scheme of Modernisation of Madrassa Education envisages
encouragement of traditional institutions like the Madrassa and Maktabs by giving them financial
assistance to impart education in Science, Mathematics, Social Science, English and Hindi in
their curriculum as a part of National Policy on Education. The scheme provided opportunity to
students of these institutions to acquire education comparable to National Education System at
primary stage. An amount of Rs 6 lakh is provided as anticipated central assistance for
implementing various activities envisaged during 2008-09.
9.3. TECHNICAL EDUCATION
1. Post Graduate Courses in College of Engineering, Thiruvananthapuram
There are 16 post graduates courses under 5 branches of study in the College of
Engineering, Thiruvananthapuram with an intake of 80 students. The provision is for payment of
staff salary, scholarship to students and providing library facilities. Hence a total amount of Rs
300 lakh is provided as anticipated central assistance for period 2008-09. A new course 'Signal
Processing' was started under Electronics Department with an intake of 18 students.
2. Post Graduate Courses in Government Engineering College, Thrissur
There are 4 postgraduate courses in the Government Engineering College, Thrissur with
an intake of 31 students. The provision is for staff commitment and for scholarship for post
graduate students and for providing library facilities. Therefore, an amount of Rs 100 lakh is
provided as anticipated central assistance for the period 2008-09.
3. Post Graduate Courses in Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Technology, Kottayam
Government have accorded sanction for starting P.G Courses in 'Industrial Engineering'
under Mechanical Department and Industrial Drives & Control under Electrical & Electronics
Department with an intake of 18 students each. An amount of Rs 80 lakh is provided as
anticipated central assistance for the period 2008-09 for meeting the staff salary, scholarship and
other expenses.
4. Post Graduate Courses in Structural Engineering & Construction Management in TKM
Engineering College, Kollam
Government have accorded sanction for the starting of postgraduate course in Structural
Engineering and Construction Management at TKM College of Engineering, Kollam with an
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intake of 8 students and another course in Industrial Refrigeration and Cryogenic Engineering
with an intake of 7 students utilizing 100% central assistance. An amount of Rs 15 lakh is
provided as anticipated central assistance for 2008-09 for meeting the staff salary, scholarship and
other expenses.
9.4. SPORTS AND YOUTH SERVICES
State Level NSS Cell (100% CSS)
(Outlay. Rs. 15.80 lakh)
National Service Scheme activities in the Universities and Educational institutions in
Kerala are carried out under this scheme. The expenditure is met by the Government of India and
State Government in the ratio of 7:5. The N.S.S Volunteer Strength is 1,57,300. The amount
anticipated as central assistance for the Annual plan period, 2008-09 is Rs. 15.80 lakhs.
9.5. MEDICAL, PUBLIC HEALTH AND SANITATION

1. Family Welfare Programmes
The family welfare programme has been effectively implemented in Kerala and as a
result Kerala could achieve the health indicators on par with the developed countries. Family
welfare and maternal and child health programme of the state is a 100% centrally sponsored
scheme which is being implemented through district level and taluk level maternal institutions,
post partum centres, sterilization bed schemes, community health centres and primary health
centres. In addition to the above family welfare services are implemented through grant in aid
institutions.
The outlay provided is for rural family welfare service, training programmes. Other
services and supplies, machinery and equipment, materials and supplies and other commitments
such as salary, payment of compensation, mass education programmes, monitoring and remaining
provision is construction works. The salary of staff under rural family welfare centres and PP
centres will be met from Non Plan. The anticipated assistance during 2008-09 is Rs.5627 lakh.
2. Assistance to Government School of Nursing, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Idukki,
Wayanad and Kasaragode.
Provision is included for the payment of salary of staff, construction, maintenance,
stipend, books, periodicals for the newly sanctioned nursing schools. Building and infrastructure
facilities of nursing school, Pathanamthitta is in progress. The anticipated assistance during 200809 is Rs.151 lakh. Out of the total provision, Rs.24.30 lakh is intended for providing
infrastructure facilities, developmental activities and other expenditure for school of Nursing for
SC/ST at Sasthamcotta, Kollam.
3. National AIDS Control Programme
The outlay is for IEC activities and payment of professional and special services. The
anticipated assistance during 2008-09 is Rs.5 lakh.
4. National Leprosy Eradication Programme.
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The outlay is for providing anti-leprosy drugs in all health institutions, IEC activities,
training of general health staff, conducting workshops and seminars, community level case
detection camps, etc. and also for the functioning of state level society. The anticipated assistance
during 2008-09 is Rs. 20 lakh.
5. National Iodine Deficiency Disorders Control Programme.
The provision is included for the payment of salary of staff in the Goiter Control Cell and
for conducting survey of disease due to deficiency of Iodine, IEC activities and for conducting
classes for field publicity. The anticipated assistance during 2008-09 is Rs. 10 lakh.
6. National T.B Control Programme.
The outlay is for meeting the salary of staff, training, civil works, lab facilities, X-ray,
mass media programme publicity, POL charges and other expenses. The anticipated assistance
during 2008-09 is Rs. 10 lakhs.
7. National Programme for Control of Blindness (NPCB)
The provision includes activities for strengthening State Ophthalmic Cell, organizational
expenses, purchase of machinery equipment, construction of operation theatres and wards.
Strengthening the activities of State Blindness Control Society and grant in aid to District
Blindness Control societies is also envisaged. The anticipated assistance during 2008-09 is Rs. 20
lakh.
9.6. SEWARAGE AND WATER SUPPLY
1. Accelerated Rural Water Supply Schemes (100% CS)
(Outlay Rs: 7500.00 lakh)
Accelerated Rural Water Supply Schemes (ARWSS) are designed with a per capita
supply of 40 lpcd and implemented by Kerala Water Authority with 100 percent assistance from
Government of India. At present there are 71 ongoing schemes, with total estimate of Rs.
47961.42 lakh under various stages of execution. The anticipated central assistance during 200809 is Rs. 7500 lakh.
2. Technology Mission (75% CS)
Government of India provides 50% to 75% of project cost for implementing schemes in
water quality affected areas (excess of iron, fluoride, salinity etc). 13 schemes are currently
under implementation. The total estimated cost of the above schemes is Rs. 7500 lakh. A total
amount of about Rs. 5450 lakh is required for completion of these schemes. The anticipated
central assistance during 2008-09 is Rs. 1800 lakh.
3. Restructured Central Rural Sanitation Programme General (75%CS)
The objective of Restructured Central Rural Sanitation Programme is to accelerate
sanitation coverage of rural areas through local governments by generating demand from families
through sustained IEC and by encouraging suitable cost effective technologies thereby bringing
about reduction in incidence of water and sanitation diseases. From
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1-4-2002 focus is on Total Sanitation Campaign (TSC). TSC has been sanctioned in all the 14
districts. These projects are at various stages of implementation. The anticipated central
assistance during 2008-09 is Rs.1200 lakh.
9.8. URBAN DEVELOPMENT
1. National Urban Information System (NUIS) -75% Central share
The main objective of the scheme is to develop GIS data base in the urban local bodies for
planning, management and decentralized governance in the context of provisions of scientific
planning and implementation of the 74th constitutional amendment act. The work of the spatial
data will be undertaken by the Survey of India, The National Mapping Agency, Dehradun. The
State Town and Country Planning Department is the Nodal Agency for co-ordination of the
various works in relation with collection of Socio-economic and physical data of various towns.
State Government selected six towns viz Alappuzha, Kochi, Kollam, Kozhikode, Thrissur and
Palakkad for implementing the scheme. The anticipated central assistance during 2008-09 is
Rs.240 lakh for the expenses towards the above activities.
2. Urban Infrastructure Development Scheme for Small and Medium Towns (UIDSSMT) 80% Central Share
Urban Infrastructure Development Scheme for Small and Medium Towns (UIDSSMT) was
launched during the year 2005-06 to improve the infrastructure in small and medium towns in the
Country. In Kerala, 54 urban local bodies (excluding Thiruvananthapuram, and Kochi
Corporations, Thrippunithura and Kalamasseri Municipalities) are eligible for getting financial
assistance under the scheme.
The objectives of this Scheme are:
Improving infrastructural facilities and helping in the creation of durable public assets in
small and medium towns having potential to emerge as regional centres of economic growth
and employment, thereby reducing the inclination of the people belonging to rural and
smaller urban areas to migrate to bigger cities and towns for jobs or settlement.
Decentralising economic growth and employment opportunities and promoting dispersed
urbanisation while taking due advantage of the functional interlinkages between villages,
towns and cities through a regional planning approach.
Increasing the availability of sites for housing, commercial and industrial uses and promoting
the principles of planned and orderly spatial development.
Integrating spatial and socio-economic planning as envisaged in the Constitution (74th
Amendment) Act, 1992 and preparing and implementing Town/City Development Plans.
Promoting resource-generating schemes for the urban local bodies to improve their overall
financial position and ability to undertake long-term infrastructure development programmes
on their own as well as to repay the borrowed capital and usher in necessary municipal
reforms.
The funding pattern is 80:20 shared by the Central and State Governments. The State Share
(20%) would be equally shared (ie.10% each) by State Government and the participating Urban
Local Self Governments. The anticipated central assistance during 2008-09 is Rs.4800 lakh .
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3. Swarna Jayanthi Shahari Rozgar Yojana (75% Central share)
The objective of this integrated poverty alleviation programme is to provide:
Gainful employment to the urban unemployed and under employed poor by setting up of self
employment ventures, and
Taking up of wage employment in public works.
The components of the programme include:
Urban Self Employment Programme. (USEP)
Development of Women and Children in Urban Areas. (DWCUA)
Urban Wage Employment Programme.(UWEP)
Revolving Fund for Women Self Help Groups and Group Enterprises.
Skill upgradation training, General training, Management of Community Development
Societies.
Conducting Urban household surveys
The programme is being implemented in all the 58 Urban Local Governments in the State
through the State Poverty Eradication Mission as a part of Kudumbasree.
The anticipated central assistance during 2008-09 is Rs.900 lakh .
4. Integrated Housing and Slum Development Programme (IHSDP) - 80% Central share
(Outlay : Rs.8000.00 lakh)
Integrated Housing and slums Development Programme (IHSDP) is a Centrally
Sponsored Programme for housing and infrastructure development in urban slums by combining
the existing centrally sponsored schemes of VAM BAY and NSDP.
IHSDP is to be implemented in all towns and cities identified as per 2001 census except
cities/towns covered under JNNURM.( Thiruvananthapuram and Kochi corporations) The major
components of the schemes are Housing, Shelter upgradation, Sanitation, roads, drains, footpaths,
Social amenities like construction of Primary Health Centres, Anganwadies buildings etc. The
funding pattern of IHSDP is 80:20 shared by Central and State Governments. The State share
(20%) would be equally shared by (10% each) the State government and the participating Urban
Local Self Governments. Kudumbashree is the Nodal Agency for IHSDP. Spillover commitment
of VAMBAY can be met from IHSDP. The anticipated central assistance during 2008-09 is
Rs.1000 lakh .
9.10. LABOUR AND LABOUR WELFARE
1. Upgradation of ITIs into Centres of Excellence (75 %Central share)
Government of India has upgraded 5 ITIs in the State as 'Centres of Excellence' in the 1st
phase. Three more ITIs have been selected for upgradation as 'Centres of Excellence' in the 2nd
Phase. Out of the 13 ITIs are being proposed for upgradation in the 3rd phase, only one ITI was
converted into Center of Excellence during 2007-08. In order to convert the remaining 12 ITIs as
Centers of Excellence an amount of Rs 600 lakh is anticipated as Central share during 2008-09
financial year.
2. Certification of Skills of Workers in the Informal Sector (100 % CSS)
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DGET has introduced a scheme of testing and certificate the skills of work force in the
informal sector to improve the employment opportunities as well as the potential to earn higher
wage. Carpenters, welders, plumbers, electricians, wiremen, AC mechanics, painters and masons
are coming under the scheme. The scheme is having 100 per cent Central Assistance. An amount
of Rs 5 lakh is expected as Central Assistance during the financial year 2008-09.
Centrally Sponsored Schemes having 100% Central Assistance
9.11. WELFARE OF SCHEDULED CASTES/SCHEDULED TRIBES AND OTHER
BACKWARD CLASSES
Welfare of Scheduled Castes
1.
Post Matric Scholarship to Scheduled Caste Students

The scheme envisages payment of lump sum grant, stipend, hostels charges, pocket
money etc to Scheduled Caste students. The central assistance anticipated for the scheme during
2008-09 is Rs.10500 lakh. Funds will be released only after formal approval of Government of
India is received. Funds will be released in advance only if Government of India insist on
advance spending and reimbursement later.
2.
Upgradation of Merit of Scheduled Caste Students

The scheme envisages selection and admission of talented Scheduled Caste students in
Central schools or other reputed schools. The expenses for the students admitted covering cost of
text books, study materials, hostel charges, tuition fees, pocket money, special watching fees etc.
are met under the scheme which has 100% central assistance. The central assistance for
continuing the scheme during 2008-09 Rs. 5 lakh. . Funds will be released only after formal
approval of Government of India is received. Funds will be released in advance only if
Government of India insist on advance spending and reimbursement later.
Welfare of Scheduled Tribes
3.
Post Matric Scholarship to Scheduled Tribe Students
(Outlay 700.00 lakh)

The scheme is intended for payment of lump-sum grant, stipend, hostel charges, pocket
money etc. to Scheduled Tribe students with 100% central assistance. The provision for 2008-09
is Rs. 700 lakh. It is targeted to assist 8000 students under the scheme during 2008-09. Funds
will be released only after formal approval of Government of India is received. Funds will be
released in advance only if Government of India insist on advance spending and reimbursement
later.
4.
Upgradation of Merit of Scheduled Tribe Students.

The scheme envisages to provide extra coaching to Scheduled Tribe students to facilitate
their admission to professional courses. The scheme is implemented with 100% central
assistance. An amount of Rs. 2.25 lakh is provided for benefiting 15 students during 2008-09.
Funds will be released only after formal approval of Government of India is received. Funds will
be released in advance only if Government of India insist on advance spending and
reimbursement later.
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5.
Award of Research Fellowship in Various Aspects of Tribal Development

The objective of the scheme is to promote research on socio-economic characteristics of
Scheduled Tribe with 100% central assistance. The physical target fixed is three research
scholars per year and the scholarship amount will be Rs. 30,000 per year per scholar. The central
assistance anticipated for continuing the scheme during 2008-09 is Rs. 1 lakh. Funds will be
released only after formal approval of Government of India is received. Funds will be released in
advance only if Government of India insists on advance spending and reimbursement later.
6.
Vocational Training Institute for Scheduled Tribes
(Outlay Rs. 40.00lakh)

At present there are 3 vocational Training Institute for Scheduled Tribe Students
functioning at Thiruvananthapuram, Idukki and Pathanamthitta for imparting training in 5 trades
approved by National Council for Vocational Training. An amount of Rs. 40 akh is anticipated as
100% central assistance during 2008-09. Funds will be released only after formal approval of
Government of India is received. Funds will be released in advance only if Government of India
insist on advance spending and reimbursement later.
7.
Construction of Attappady Health Project Hospital

The provision is meant for the construction of speciality hospital for the Tribals of
Attappady with emphasis on primitive tribes. The first stage of construction work has been
completed. For the completion of Hospital building Rs. 50 lakh is anticipated as central
assistance during 2008-09 Funds will be released only after formal approval of Government of
8.
Watershed studies with Emphasis on Tribal Settlements

Watershed studies in selected districts of Kerala with special emphasis on tribal
settlements is is an ongoing programme implemented by the Centre for Earth Science Studies, in
the five southern districts of Kerala. As part of the second phase of the programme Tribal
settlements of Kozhikkode and Thrissur districts would be taken up. An amount of Rs. 0.01 lakh
is provided as central assistance for the scheme during 2008-09.
9.
Construction of Model Residential School, Pookot,Wayanad under Article 275 (1)

(Outlay 100.00 lakh)
The model residential school at Pookot, Wayanad is eligible for central assistance under
Article 275 (1) of the constitution. The school was started during 2000-01. Land for the
construction work has been identified at Pookot. During 2002-03 an amount of Rs. 150 lakh had
also released by GOI fro this project as the second phase. So that the total release by GOI
amounts to Rs. 250 lakh. An amount of Rs. 100 lakh is anticipated as 100% central assistance for
the construction of school building during 2008-09. Funds will be released only after formal
approval of Government of India is received. Funds will be released in advance only if
Government of India insist on advance spending and reimbursement later.
10. Construction of Model Residential School, Idukki under Article 275 (1)
The Model Residential School in Idukki was started in 2001-02 by providing admission
to students in Standard VI. Land for the construction work has been identified at Kuyilimala in
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Idukki and the construction works had started by the PWD during 2004-05. For the completion
of the construction of school building an amount of Rs.50 lakh is anticipated as 100% central
assistance during 2008-09. Funds will be released only after formal approval of Government of
11. Construction of Model Residential School (CBSE) Njaraneeli,
under Article 275 (1).
Thiruvananthapuram

Model Residential English Medium School (CBSE), Njaraneeli started functioning in a
temporary building during 2004-05. The state PWD had started the construction work since
2004-05. An amount of Rs. 100 lakh is anticipated for the completion of the construction works
as 100% central assistance during 2008-09. Funds will be released only after formal approval of
Government of India is received. Funds will be released in advance only where Government of
India insist on advance spending and reimbursement later.
12. Construction of Tribal Complex (Article 275 (1))
Govt of India had released an amount of Rs 250 lakh as Grants for innovative projects
under 1st proviso of Art.275(1) of the constitution for construction of Kerala Tribal complex. The
scheme intends to construct a Tribal complex at Ernakulam with tribal art exhibition area and
project marketing facilities. The project also showcase the art, heritage and life style and
traditions of the indigenous people of Kerala to showcase science and technology practiced by the
Tribals. The complex also serves as a market centre. An amount of Rs. 0.01 lakh is provided for
the project during 2008-09.
13. Grant-in-aid to the Kerala State Federation of SCs & STs Development Co-operative
Ltd.
Government of India used to give grant in aid to the Kerala State Federation of SCs/STs
Development Co-operative Ltd. for minor forest produce operations. The assistance includes the
components of share capital investment, procurement of minor forest produce and construction
of godowns/ware houses Rs. 0.01 lakh is provided for this programme during 2008-09for
utilization of the grant anticipated from Government of India. Funds will be released only after
formal approval of Government of India is received. Only where Government of India insists on
advance spending and reimbursement later funds will be released in advance.
14. New Central Sector Scheme for PTGs
The main objective of the scheme is to fill up the gaps occurred in the general
development of primitive tribal through Tribal Sub Plan. Under this scheme funds will be
utilized on specific projects viz Health, Education, land based agricultural development
programmes etc. Rs. 30 lakh is anticipated as central assistance for the programme during 200809. Funds will be released only after formal approval of Government of India is received. Funds
will be released in advance only if Government of India insist on advance spending and
15. Grain Banks
Under this scheme Grain Banks are started in Tribal areas which face chronic food
shortage. A minimum of 20 BPL families or any self help group can set up a Grain Bank which
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is to be run by an elected committee of tribal self help group. construction for storage of grains
can be taken up under SGRY or any other state plan schemes. An amount of Rs. 0.01 lakh is
provided for utilisation of the grant anticipated as central assistance for the scheme during 200809. Funds will be released only after formal approval of Government of India is received. Funds
will be released in advance only if Government of India insist on advance spending and
16. Insurance Scheme for PTGs
This scheme was under the Janashree Bima Yojana Scheme of LIC of India. The
objective of the scheme is to bring all primitive tribal families under insurance coverage within
the 3 year period. By utilizing the total GOI release of Rs. 22.50 lakh, so far insured 4500
families under this schemes. An amount of Rs. 10 lakh is anticipated as 100% central assistance
during 2008-09. Funds will be released only after formal approval of Government of India is
received. Funds will be released in advance only if Government of India insist on advance
spending and reimbursement later.
17. Infrastructure Facilities to KIRTADS
During 2005-06 GOI, Ministry of Tribal affairs, sanctioned an amount of Rs. 50 lakh as
one time grant to the State Tribal Research Institute for providing Infrastructural facilities to the
newly constructed training hall, library and Hostel building. For utilising this amount the
following components are proposed.
Modernization of Library and Museum.
Purchase of furniture, amplifier, Utensils etc. for the newly constructed Training
Hall and Hostel.
The Project will spill over to ensuring years, a token provision of Rs 0.01 lakh is
provided for 2008-09.
18. Drinking Water Supply to Tribal Areas of Wayanad
During 2002-03 an amount of Rs. 700 lakh is provided as Additional Central Assistance
by the GOI for providing drinking water supply to tribal areas of wayanad under ACA. As part of
2nd phase of the project, an amount of Rs. 550 lakh was sanctioned by GOI during 2003-04. The
scheme is under implementation through the accredited NGO of the State Government Socio
Economic Unit Foundation. As per project proposal, the project will spill over to ensuring years
and hence a token provision of Rs. 0.01 lakh is provided for continuing the scheme during 200809.
19. Guaranteeing Quality Education to Tribal Students
During 2003-04 GOI sanctioned an amount of Rs. 500 lakh as Additional Central
Assistance for Guaranteeing Quality Education to tribal students. The quality of education among
the tribals of Kerala is extremely poor. Though students move up to standard X, their level of
learning has been found out to be far below the average. The scheme has the following
components.
Ensuring 100% enrolment in schools
Increasing hostel strength, wherever required, to accommodate additional students.
Conduct of tests to determine minimum levels of learning in every six months
Arranging remedial teaching through committed teachers and NGOs.
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Conduct of special coaching centres for students who have failed in standard X.
Guide good students at the Higher Secondary Level to enable them to complete in Entrance
Examination.
Admit outstanding students from backward tribal communities in schools of repute and meet
their educational costs.
Undertaking educational remediation activities with the assistance of Universities, NGOs,
Experts in Education & Tribal Development and Tribal animators.
Providing academic and research backup to quality improvement of the education of tribals.
A token provision of Rs. 0.01 lakh is provided for this scheme during 2008-09for
utilisng the amount released by GOI under one time ACA.
20. Health Insurance Scheme for Poor Tribal Families
During 2003-04 GOI had released an amount of Rs. 1000 lakh for the Health Insurance
Scheme for the poor tribal families. But the scheme could not be implemented to the tribals in the
State as envisaged by GOI. During 2006-07, a revised project proposal has been submitted to the
State Govt viz. A Total Health Care Programme for the Tribals utilising the GOI release. A
token provision of Rs.0.01 lakh is provided for 2008-09.
21. Provision of Basic Needs to primitive Tribal Groups
During 2003-04, GOI has released an amount of Rs. 1000 lakh for providing basic needs
package consisting of shelter, sanitation, water supply, etc to the primitive tribal families in the
State. Since the scheme has been finalised for the construction of 1111 houses to the PTGs @
Rs. 90,000 and A.S has been issued by the Govt vide G.O [Rt] No. 420/06 SCSTDD dt,
26.05.2006 and also sanctioned an additional authorisation for an amount of Rs. 10 crore the
housing programme is under progress. A token provision of Rs. 0.01 lakh is provided during
2008-09for the completion of the spill over works.
22. Improving Facilities in SC Hostels
The amount provided is meant for meeting the expenses to be incurred in connection with
the improvement of facilities in the existing hostels run by the SC Development Department in
the State. A token provision of Rs 0.01 lakh is provided during 2008-09 for utilizing the amount
released by Government of India under ACA.
23. Providing Facilities to SC Hostels
In order to provide required facilities to the SC hostels, Government of India sanctioned an
amount of Rs 150 lakh during 2005-06 under ACA. A token provision of Rs 0.01 lakh is provided
during 2008-09 for utilizing the amount.
24. Water Supply Scheme to Drought Affected Areas
Government of India have sanctioned an amount of Rs 1500 lakh under Additional Central
Assistance for providing water supply scheme to drought affected Scheduled Castes inhabited
areas. A token provision of Rs 0.01 lakh is provided during 2008-09for utilizing the amount.
9.12. SOCIAL SECURITY AND WELFARE.
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1.
Integrated Women Empowerment Programme.

The scheme aims at formation of self help group for the holistic empowerment of
women through awareness generation, economic empowerment and convergent of various
scheme. In Kerala, the programme has been started in 18 blocks including 7 IMY blocks in
Kollam and Kozhikode. It is proposed to implement the Scheme in 31 costal blocks, and also
proposes to strengthen the 18 existing IWEP blocks.
An amount of Rs.5.00 lakh is the
anticipated central assistance during 2008-09 for training to SHG members, capacity building
training to members of LSGs and NGOs, Bank sensitization workshops, publicity etc.
2.
Balika Samridhi Yojana
(Outlay : Rs. 5.00 lakh)

The Government of India started BSY on August 15, 1997 with the objective of
changing the negative attitude towards the girl child at birth, to improve enrolment and retention
of girls in schools, to raise the age of marriage, to assist the girls to undertake income generating
activities etc. The BSY will cover girl children belonging to BPL families and is eligible to get
Rs.800 as post birth grant and after six years annual scholarship from standard 1 to 10. An
amount of Rs.5.00 lakh is the anticipated central assistance during 2008-09 for implementing the
scheme.
3.
Udisha Training Programme.

In order to achieve quality of early childhood care and development, Government of

India has introduced the project Udisha. The project envisages training of ICDS functionaries in
such as manner that they would develop themselves into agents of social changes. It is carried
out in all the 163 ICDS projects. The components of the scheme include job training, orientation
training, IEC materials and other training. It is a five year training programme started from 1999
with a total project outlay of Rs.18.06 crores. The central assistance for the year 2008-09 is
Rs.1500 lakh.
9.13 NUTRITION
1. Integrated Child Development Services.
This 100% Centrally Sponsored Scheme was started in the state in 1975 with the
objective of balanced development of children in the preschool age and to improve the nutritional
and health status of lactating and pregnant mothers. At present there are 163 ICDS projects in the
state through a net work of 32268 anganwadi centres operational. The package of services
rendered by the projects are supplementary nutrition, preschool education, immunization, health
check up, referral services, health and nutrition, education progrmmes for adolescent girls, etc.
The Central Provision for the year 2008-09 is 16,000 lakh.
2. National Nutrition Mission.
The Prime Minister announced the launching of the National Nutrition Mission with the
objective of reduction in malnutrition, elimination of micronutrient deficiencies relating to iron,
iodine, vitamin-A etc. and reduction in chronic energy deficiency by providing subsidized food.
In Kerala, Palakkad and Malappuram districts have been selected and Rs.469.96 lakhs sanctioned
as special Additional Central Assistance for the implementation of the project. Food grains to
pregnant and lactating women with weight less than 40 kg and adolescent girls with weight less
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than 35 kg will be provided at BPL rates. An amount of Rs.300 lakh is provided as central
assistance for the cost of subsidised food grains, IEC training and other expenditure during 200809.
3. Kishori Shakti Yojana
(Outlay : Rs.300.00 lakh)
This 100% centrally sponsored scheme is viewed as a holistic initiative for the
development of adolescent girls which was launched in 2000-01 as part of the ICDS scheme.
Kishori Shakti Yojana is being implemented through Anganwadi Centres in both rural and urban
areas. This scheme aims at breaking the inter generational life cycle of nutritional and gender
disadvantages and providing a supportive environment for self development. The objectives of
the scheme are:
To improve the nutritional and health status of the girls in the age group of 11-18 years.
To provide the required literacy and numeric skills through the non-formal stream of
education; to stimulate a desire for more social exposure and knowledge and to help them
to improve their decision making capabilities;
To train and equip the adolescent girls to improve/upgrade home based and vocational
skills;
To promote awareness about health, hygiene, nutrition, family welfare, home
management and child care, and to take all measures to facilitate their marrying only after
attaining the age of 18 years and if possible, even later;
To enable them to gain a better understanding of their environment related social issues
and the impact on their lives; and to encourage adolescent girls to initiate various
activities to be productive and useful members of the society.
Governments of India have accorded sanction for the implementation of Kishori Shakti
Yojana in all the 163 ICDS Blocks in the state. The central provision for the year 2008-09 is
Rs.300 lakh.
X. ECONOMIC SERVICES
10.2.
ECONOMIC ADVICE AND STATISTICS
1. Rationalisation of Minor Irrigation Statistics

The objective of the scheme is to develop reliable data on Minor Irrigation statistics
based on schemes implemented by various agencies and organise special surveys and studies.
The Rationalisation of Minor Irrigation cell has been functioning in the State to review and
monitor the MI schemes implemented by various departments, financial institutions and various
local Self Government in the State. The RMIS wing had conducted and completed the first,
second and third MI census and Government have accorded sanction to conduct the 4th Minor
Irrigation Census with a total cost of Rs.12.53 lakhs. The outlay provided for 2008-09 as Central
Assistance is Rs.43 lakhs for meeting the salary and allowances of staff of RMIS Cell and
honorarium and other charges for the 4th minor irrigation census.
2. Agricultural Census
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Government of India have been conducting Agricultural Census once in five year
regularly since 1970-71. In Kerala, Department of Economics and Statistics is the nodal agency
for conducting this Census. The objective of the scheme is to assess land use, area under
operational holdings, pattern of land utilisation under various crops, utilisation of pesticides and
fertilisers, agricultural implements and credits, irrigation status etc. The validation of data and
preparation of tables 2-8 based on the detailed enumeration called 'H' Schedules will be
completed during 2008-09. The report on 'Agricultural Census 2005-06' will also be published
during 2008-09. The data entry and validation of last and third phase of 8th Agricultural Census
(input survey 2006-07) will be done during this year. The outlay of Rs.29lakhs expected as
Central Assistances for 2008-09 includes the provision for salaries and other expenditure of
Heads Quarters Staff, printing charges, travel expenses etc.
3. Strengthening of Vital Statistics in State
A nozologist in the cadre of Deputy Director is posted in the Department for
classification and dissemination of data on vital statistics particularly Medical Certification of
Cause of Death. The entire expenditure will be reimbursed by GOI for the first five years and
50% for the subsequent five years. An amount of Rs.5 lakh is provided as Central Assistance for
salary and other expenses during 2008-09.
4. Timely Reporting Survey of Agricultural Statistics
This 50% Centrally Assisted Scheme viz. Establishment of an Agency for Reporting
Agricultural Statistics (EARAS) is converted to 100% CSS with effect from 4/2007. The Scheme
aims at the estimation of area under land use, cropping pattern & production of agricultural crops.
Department of Economics and Statistics is the nodal agency to implement the scheme.
Agricultural Statistics are collected through sample surveys covering the entire state excluding
regions declared as reserve forest. Crop estimation survey for the major crops is also conducted
under the scheme. At present 811 investigation zones are functioning under EARAS scheme and
100 clusters are selected randomly from each zone. The survey report for 2006-07 is under
preparation and 2007-08 survey is in progress. Improvement of crop statistics scheme is being
implemented with the objective of locating deficiencies and suggesting improvements in the
Agricultural Statistics. Apart from the estimation of area and production of crops under EARAS
scheme, the department is conducting crop cutting experiments of 18 crops for the estimation of
production and yield rate of crops. In addition to the crop cutting experiments for the General
crop estimation survey under EARAS schemes, additional crop cutting experiments of some
crops are conducted for furnishing the mean yield of crops for the implementation of crop
Insurance scheme in the state. Thus the total number of additional crop cutting experiments
conducted in an agriculture year is 10621 numbers. Department is providing the mean yield of
Tapioca (three season), Banana (two season), Pineapple, Plantain, Ginger, Turmeric at Block
level for NAIS purpose. An amount of Rs.1176 lakh is expected as Central Assistance during
2008-09 for meeting salary, office expenses, travel expenses, crop cutting charges and other
expenses etc.
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NCDC ASSISTED SCHEMES

1.5 Fisheries
1.
N.C.D.C.Assisted Integrated Fisheries Development Project

The NCDC assisted Integrated Fisheries Development Project aims at meeting

the credit needs for development of marketing facilities of fishermen members of the
primary cooperatives affiliated to Matsyafed.
The primary co operatives under the aegis of Matsyafed raise bank loans for
their members to meet the credit needs for replacement of fishing assets owned by the
members. Such loans reduce the indebtedness to intermediaries and increase their net
income.
The following activities are supported under the project during 2008-09
Replacement of existing fishing implements

Input supply
Working capital/Margin Money for fish marketing
Infrastructure development or post harvest management and marketing
Training and
Women employment generation programmes
The outlay provided is the share of NCDC assistance
III CO OPERATION
Assistance to Primary Agricultural Credit Societies, Primary Co-operatives, Whole
Sale Stores and Federations
Outlay is provided for the following schemes:
(a) Assistance to Consumer Federation, Wholesale Stores and Primary Cooperatives engaged in consumer activities.
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(b) Assistance to PACs and KCCF for running Neethi Stores and Neethi
Medical Stores.
(c) Assistance to Co-operatives for establishing processing units.
(d) Equipment Finance.
(e) Margin money assistance to State level, District level and Regional level Cooperatives.
(f) Assistance for Revitalisation of weak processing units in Co-operative Sector.
(g) Assistance to PACs for the purchase of computers.
(h) Assistance to S.C./S.T. Co-operatives and Federation.
(i) Assistance for new N.C.D.C. Schemes implemented during 2008-09
Assistance to Primary Marketing Societies and Federations
Outlay is provided for the following schemes:
(a) Assistance to PACs and Primary Marketing Co-operatives for construction of
godowns.
(b) Share capital assistance to CAMPCO and CO-MARK.
(c) Margin money assistance to Federation, State level, District level, Regional
level and other co-operatives
(d) Grant to Marketing Co-operatives for preparation of project reports.
(e) Assistance for strengthening share capital base of Primary Marketing.
(f) Assistance for establishing Farmers service centres under PACS.
(g) Assistance to Co-operatives for the development of Floriculture.
(h) Assistance to new N.C. D.C Schemes implemented during 2008-09
Integrated Co-operative Development Project (ICDP)
Integrated Co-operative Development Project is under implementation in
Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Alappuzha, Ernakulam and Kozhikode Districts. NCDC
has sanctioned second phase of the projects in Wayanad district. The outlay provided is
for availing the assistance from NCDC.for meeting the 50% of subsidy component under
the scheme.
During 2008-09, six District Co-operative banks are to be assisted under this
scheme.

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ANNEXURE B

CENTRALLY SPONSORED SCHEMES HAVING 100% CCENTRAL

4. Promotion and Strengthening of Agricultural Mechanization

7. Establishment of Pesticide lab (New Scheme)

To incentivice the state so as to increase public investment in Agriculture

To provide flexibility and autonomy to state in the process of Planning

To maximize returns to the farmers in Agriculture and Allied Sectors.

To bring about quantifiable changes in production and productivity of

An amount of Rs.10.00 crore is provided under RKVY during 2008-09.

10. Centrally Sponsored Schemes under the Macro Management Policy of

It is proposed to implement the macro management scheme on rice development

Implementation of seed production programme in 3500 ha.

ii) Small Farm Mechanisation

Completion of entry point activities

The objective of the scheme is to motivate women farmers through group

Balanced and Integrated use of fertilizers

The outlay is for Upgradation of existing soil testing laboratories with

Small Farm Mechanisation

Balanced and integrated use of fertilizers

Operational cost of SAMETI and ATMA excluding salary

Production of extension materials including preparation of model projects

ii) Micro Irrigation

1.2 Soil and Water Conservation

2. River Valley Project Kabini (90% CSS under Macro

1.3 Animal Husbandry

5. Support to Training and Employment Programme for Women

The outlay is for:

Providing inputs and skill upgradation training and

6. Strengthening of Poultry and Duck Breeding Farms (80% Central Share)

Strengthening and modernising State and Regional level Labs to GLP

Screening of Animals and Vaccination Programmes against major livestock

Training of Professionals and Technicians in premier Institutions and

Documentation of data on disease incidence and publication of bulletins ,

1.4 Dairy Development

1.Rebates on HSD Oil to Fishermen (80% Central share)

Develop and popularise aquaculture in freshwater and brackish water

Develop District-wise Model Demonstration Farms/Ponds utilising the

Promote cold water fisheries in Hill areas Develop water logged

Introduction of cage and pen culture in lakes and reservoirs

3. Agasthyamala Biosphere Reserve

6. Integrated Forest Protection Schemes (75% Central Share)

N.R.C. (L.T.O) Fund Scheme of NABARD Share Capital Contribution to Credit

Schemes under Macro Management (90% CSS)

(a) Assistance to SC/ST Co-operatives/Federation.

IV IRRIGATION AND FLOOD CONTROL

Restoration of water bodies (75% CSS)

4.4. Drainage & Flood Management

B. Coastal Zone Management

2. National Coastal Protection Project

VI. INDUSTRY AND MINERALS

VII. TRANSPORT AND COMMUNICATION

VIII. SCIENTIFIC SERVICES AND RESEARCH

8.2 Environment and Ecology

IX. SOCIAL SERVICES

9.5. MEDICAL, PUBLIC HEALTH AND SANITATION

Post Matric Scholarship to Scheduled Caste Students

(Outlay Rs. 10500.00 lakh)

Upgradation of Merit of Scheduled Caste Students

(Outlay Rs. 5.00 lakh)

Post Matric Scholarship to Scheduled Tribe Students

(Outlay 700.00 lakh)

Upgradation of Merit of Scheduled Tribe Students.

(Outlay Rs. 2.25 lakh)