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What is Vishwakarma Yojana? How this scheme will prove to be a boon for small artisans

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Vishwakarma Yojana:

PM Vishwakarma Kaushal Samman Yojana Vishwakarma Yojana was announced in the Independence Day speech given by PM Narendra Modi at the Red Fort. The PM said that the government will start this scheme next month with an allocated amount of Rs 13,000 crore to Rs 15,000 crore. This will directly benefit the weaker sections of the country.

New Delhi, Business Desk. PM Modi Independence Day Speech: On the occasion of 77th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while addressing the country from the Red Fort, has announced the Vishwakarma scheme for artisans and craftsmen and said that the government will start this scheme from Rs 13,000 crore to Rs 15,000 crore.

This scheme will be mainly for skilled workers in a particular style. The full name of this scheme is PM Vishwakarma Kaushal Samman Yojana or PM Vikas Yojana (PM Vishwakarma Kaushal Samman Yojana – PM VIKAS). This scheme was announced in the General Budget 2023.

What is PM Vishwakarma Yojana?

The objective of PM Vishwakarma Yojana is to enhance the capabilities of artisans and craftsmen present across the country by providing skill training, technology and financial support. Under this scheme, skilled artisans will also be linked with MSMEs, so that they can get better market.

People working in the fields of carpenter, goldsmith, sculptor and potter will get the benefit of PM Vishwakarma Yojana. Through this, the government’s endeavor is to enhance the quality of products and services of the artisans as well as to link them with the domestic market and the global market.

Announcing the scheme in the budget, the Finance Minister had said that craftsmen represent the true spirit of an independent and self-reliant India and the scheme would benefit women and weaker sections of the society.

When will PM Vishwakarma Yojana be launched?

It was said on behalf of PM Modi that Vishwakarma Yojana will be launched in September. Vishwakarma Jayanti on September 17, 2023 as well. The PM said that people associated with artisans and small businesses will get the benefit of this scheme.

When will PM Vishwakarma Yojana be launched?

It was said on behalf of PM Modi that Vishwakarma Yojana will be launched in September. Vishwakarma Jayanti on September 17, 2023 as well. The PM said that people associated with artisans and small businesses will get the benefit of this scheme.

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