LIDCOM Gattai Stall Yojana provides 100% free iron sheet stalls to Scheduled Caste cobblers in Maharashtra. The stall measures 4' x 5' x 6.5' and costs Rs. 16,367 — fully government funded plus Rs. 500 incidental charges.
About the Scheme
The LIDCOM Gattai Stall Yojana is implemented by Sant Rohidas Leather Industries and Charmakar Development Corporation (LIDCOM), a Maharashtra government undertaking. The scheme provides iron sheet stalls to roadside cobblers (Charmakar/Mochi community) who otherwise work in the sun and rain without any shelter.
This welfare scheme has been running since 2020 and provides 100% subsidy on the stall construction cost. The beneficiary does not need to pay any amount — it's fully government funded through the Social Justice and Welfare Department.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must belong to Charmakar/Mochi community (Scheduled Caste)
- Must be a resident of Maharashtra
- Age between 18 to 50 years
- Must be a working cobbler (active business)
- Must have valid caste certificate (SC category)
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card — Applicant's identity proof
- Caste Certificate — SC category certificate
- Bank Passbook — For account details
- Passport Size Photos — 2 photos
- Residence Proof — Ration card or electricity bill
How to Apply
- Visit LIDCOM Office — Go to the nearest LIDCOM district office or Sant Rohidas Leather Industries Corporation office in Pune
- Collect Application Form — Ask for the Gattai Stall Yojana application form
- Fill Details — Complete all personal and business details
- Submit Documents — Attach all required documents
- Verification — Gram Panchayat verifies the application
- Stall Allocation — Once approved, stall is constructed at designated location
Scheme Benefits
Final Verdict
The LIDCOM Gattai Stall Yojana is a game-changer for Maharashtra's cobbler community. The 100% subsidy means zero cost to the beneficiary. Every working cobbler from SC community should apply — contact the nearest LIDCOM office or your taluka Social Welfare Officer to apply.
Last Updated: May 09, 2026 | Source: lidcom.in, Social Justice Dept Maharashtra