Investment Promotion Scheme (IPS): Environment Protection Infrastructure Subsidy
At a Glance
Scheme Category
Business & Entrepreneurship,Setting up / start-up / entrepreneurship
Target Beneficiaries
Business Entity,Industries
Brief Description
“Environment Protection Infrastructure Subsidy'' under the “Investment Promotion Scheme (IPS)”, implemented by the Dept. of Industries, U.T. Administration Of DNH & DD, aims to promote Installation of Environment Protection Infrastructure for a cleaner environment.
Benefit Type
Cash
Eligibility Criteria
1. Should be a New Manufacturing/ Service units or Existing Manufacturing/ Service units which undertakes Expansion/ Diversification in MSME sector. 1. The unit should have commenced the commercial production between 20.05.2022 to 19.05.2027. 1. Unit should be located in the U.T. of Dadra and Nagar Haveli & Daman and Diu. 1. The unit should not be mandated to set up Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) by the Pollution Control Committee (PCC).
Application Mode
Online
Application Process
> Registration Process: Step 1: Visit the <nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="Registration" nis:value=https://swp.dddgov.in/registration nis:enabled=true/>page of the Official Website. Step 2: Provide the information in the respective input spaces and click on “Register”. Step 3: Verify your email address using the verification link sent on your email (If Mail is Not Received Your Inbox. Please Check the Spam). Step 4: Click the Link/URL in the received email or Paste Link/URL in browser&39;s address bar to complete your Account Verification. Step 5: Now enter “111111” as OTP to verify your mobile number. Mobile Number and Pin Successfully will be sent to the registered Email Address. Step 6: On successful registration the login credentials will be received in the registered email. > Application Process: Step 1: Visit the user <nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="Login" nis:value=https://swp.dddgov.in/login nis:enabled=true/>page of the Official Website. Step 2: Enter registered Mobile Number along with PIN sent on your email then click “Log In”. Step 3: On successful Log In, from the left side menu bar click on “Departments & Services” tab. Step 4: Scroll down to “District Industries Centre DD & DNH” and click on the “Click Here” button to apply for “Investment Promotion Scheme : 2022 to 2027 (20 May 2022 to 19 May 2027)”. Step 5: “Common Application Form” will be open. Enter all the details in required input fields and upload all the mandatory documents. Step 6: After successful entry of the information, verify all the details and click on the “Submit” button to complete the application process. > Helpdesk: District Industries Centre, Contact No.: 0260-2260871 / 0260-2260310 E-mail Address: dic-dd@nic.in For Technical Assistance on Single Window Portal (i.e. https://investdd.in) Contact No. : 0260-2231885 / 2231886 E-Mail : ddegs-dd@nic.in
Required Documents
- Corporate Identification Number (CIN) Document.
- Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) Document.
- Permanent Account Number (PAN) Document.*
- Goods and Services Tax Number (GST) Document.
- Other Registrations Document.
- Copy of Udyam Registration /Industrial Entrepreneur Memorandum, as applicable.
- Copy of Partnership Deed and Firm Registration Certificate in case of partnership concern or Memorandum & Articles of Association and Date of Incorporation Certificate in case of Public/ Private Limited companies.
- Copy of land purchase deed duly signed by the applicant (If the Enterprise is functioning in its own land).
- Copy of registered lease agreement for a minimum period of 5 years from the date of commencement of commercial production (If the Enterprise is functioning in a leased land/ building).
- Copy of sanction order from Electricity Department for power supply with copy of the latest bill.
- Authorization letter.
- Copy of Consent to Operate / Renewal from PCC, DNH & DD (as applicable for Notification No. PCC/DMN/13(PART VI)/2020-21/448 DATED 25/01/2021).
- Copy of Factory licensee.
- Undertaking.
- Project Report of the Proposed Environment Protection Infrastructure.
- Completion Report from a Chartered Engineer.
- Statement of Actual Expenditure Incurred on the Project.
FAQs
What is the role of the Chartered Engineer in this process?
A Chartered Engineer must verify and provide a completion report for the project, including a detailed statement of the actual expenditure incurred.
Can ongoing projects qualify for this incentive?
No, only projects that are started and completed during the Scheme period will be considered for assistance.
Can the cost of land be included in the project cost for the incentive?
No, land costs will not be considered under the cost of the project. Only the costs directly related to the environmental protection infrastructure are eligible.
What type of projects are considered for this incentive?
Projects related to the development of Environment Protection Infrastructure, excluding ZLD systems for industries where ZLD is mandated by PCC.
What should the project report include?
The project report should detail the proposed Environment Protection Infrastructure, including objectives, methodology, expected outcomes, and a detailed budget excluding land costs.
What expenses are eligible under the actual expenditure statement?
Eligible expenses include costs directly related to the development and implementation of the Environment Protection Infrastructure, excluding any land acquisition costs.
How can I confirm if my industry is mandated to set up ZLD by PCC?
You should consult the guidelines issued by the Pollution Control Committee or contact them directly to determine if your industry is mandated to set up ZLD.
Is there a deadline for submitting the completion report and expenditure statement?
Yes, the completion report and expenditure statement must be submitted within the Scheme period to be considered for assistance. Specific deadlines will be outlined in the Scheme guidelines.
Can multiple projects be submitted for incentives under this Scheme?
Yes, multiple projects can be submitted, provided each project meets the eligibility criteria and documentation requirements outlined in the Scheme.
How will the incentive amount be determined?
The incentive amount will be based on the actual expenditure incurred on the project, as verified by the Chartered Engineer’s completion report, excluding any land costs.
What happens to the benefit of the incentive if a newly setup enterprise is sold or transferred to a new owner within the first five years of its establishment?
If a newly setup enterprise is sold or otherwise transferred to a new owner during the period of five years, the benefit of the incentive shall be available to such transferee or the new owner, only for the unexpired portion.
What is the definition of Expansion/ Diversification?
Expansion/Diversification means where an existing / New Enterprise increases its investment by at least 50% (out of which at least 60% of investment is made in plant and machinery for which expansion is carried out) of its existing Gross Fixed capital investment on the date of initiating expansion and compared with the date of commencing production during the operative period of the scheme. Only one Expansion / Diversification will be eligible for assistance during the operative period of the Scheme.
What measures are in place to prevent misuse of the subsidy scheme?
Strict guidelines, documentation requirements, and verification procedures are in place to ensure that subsidies are availed by eligible enterprises for genuine purposes only.
What is the operative period of the scheme?
The operative period of scheme is from 20.05.2022 till 5 years that is 19.05.2027.
If an enterprise is established in 2023 and becomes eligible for the scheme what would be the time period in which benefits are applicable?
The enterprise can avail benefit commencing from date of production till 5 years even if that period falls beyond operative period.
How can an eligible unit apply to get the benefits of the scheme?
The eligible unit can apply by visiting single window portal website which is “swp.dddgov.in”, and once page pops-up the user have to go to departments tab and select district industries tab under which the user have to click on apply for investment promotion scheme: 2022 to 2027.