Speaking from the ramparts of the Red Fort on the 77th Independence Day on Tuesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the launch of the ‘Vishwakarma Yojana’, in the coming days.
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The scheme is planned to benefit individuals skilled in traditional craftsmanship.
“In the days to come, we will launch a scheme on the occasion of Vishwakarma Jayanti, benefiting individuals skilled in traditional craftsmanship, particularly from the OBC community,” he said.
“Weavers, goldsmiths, blacksmiths, laundry workers, barbers, and such families will be empowered through the ‘Vishwakarma Yojana’, which will begin with an allocation of around 13-15 thousand crore rupees,” he added.
