Pradhan Mantri Vishwakarma Scheme

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Context: Recently, Prime Minister emphasized that the Pradhan Mantri Vishwakarma Yojana embodies the spirit of ‘Samman, Samarthya, Samridhi’ (Respect, Capability, Prosperity).
- PM was addressing a public meeting at Wardha in Maharashtra, organised on the completion of one year of the launch of Pradhan Mantri Vishwakarma Yojana.
About Pradhan Mantri Vishwakarma Scheme:
- PM Vishwakarma, a Central Sector Scheme, was launched on September 17, 2023, by Prime Minister.
- Aim: To provide comprehensive support to artisans and craftspeople engaged in traditional trades, thereby empowering them and promoting their livelihoods.
- Implementing Bodies: The scheme is implemented by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), with the support of various state and local government agencies.
- Beneficiaries: The scheme targets artisans and craftspeople working in 18 traditional trades, including carpentry, blacksmithing, pottery, and tailoring.
- Benefits
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- Recognition: Artisans receive PM Vishwakarma certificates and ID cards.
- Skill Upgradation: Access to basic and advanced training with a stipend.
- Toolkit Incentive: E-vouchers for purchasing toolkits.
- Credit Support: Collateral-free loans at a concessional interest rate.
- Digital Transaction Incentive: Rewards for digital transactions.
- Marketing Support: Assistance in branding, e-commerce, and marketing.
- Formalization: Beneficiaries are onboarded as entrepreneurs in the MSME ecosystem.
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