No, applicants must not have any outstanding dues to the Department/Fishermen Co-operative Societies at the time of application to be eligible for subsidies.

Insurance Companies, as mentioned, are entities authorized for providing coverage for marine risks to fishing boats, a crucial aspect for registered mechanized boat operators as per the rules.

Yes, individuals engaged in fishing or fish trade occupations, including fish traders, are eligible for subsidies under these rules.

No, applicants must be below the age of 60 to be eligible for subsidies and grants under these rules.

Eligible beneficiaries are shortlisted within 60 days from the commencement of field inquiry work, ensuring a prompt and efficient selection process.

The Committee includes the Director of Fisheries and Fishermen Welfare, Joint Director, Deputy Director (Welfare), Secretary of Puducherry State Fishermen Co-operative Federation Limited, and Deputy Director (Mechanisation).

Applications undergo field inquiry by an officer not below the rank of Sub-Inspector of Fisheries, with verification and recommendations by the scheme implementing officer, typically an Assistant Director or Deputy Director of Fisheries.

Registered Boats refer to mechanized boats that are both registered and assigned numbers by the Department of Fisheries and Fishermen Welfare in Puducherry.

The subsidy is 50% of the unit cost, subject to a maximum of ₹11,00,000.

The subsidy is 50% of the unit cost, up to a maximum of ₹2,50,000.

The mechanized boat should have a size of 43 feet and above to be eligible for subsidy in the tuna long lining category.

The subsidy for modernization is capped at ₹5,00,000, which is 50% of the unit cost.