Pradhan Mantri Vishwakarma Yojana: Empowering Artisans and Craftsmen
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Pradhan Mantri Vishwakarma Kaushal Samman Yojana |
| Announcement Date | December 24, 2023 |
| Announced By | Chhattisgarh Public Relations Department |
| Loan Details | - First Phase: ₹1 lakh loan- Second Phase: Up to ₹2 lakh loan- Total: ₹3 lakh at 5% concessional interest rate |
| Training Provisions | - 5-day basic training- 15 days or more advanced training- ₹500 daily allowance during training- ₹15,000 toolkit incentive |
| Digital Transaction Incentive | ₹1 per transaction for up to ₹100 per month |
| Eligible Occupations | Masons, barbers, malacars, washermen, tailors, lock-makers, carpenters, blacksmiths, goldsmiths, stone carriers, stone-breakers, cobblers/shoe makers, boat manufacturers, basket/mat/broom makers, doll & toy makers, hammer & toolkit manufacturers, fishing net manufacturers |
| Eligibility Criteria | - Age: 18 years or above- Not availed loans under any government scheme in the last 5 years- Only one family member eligible- Government employees and their family members excluded |
| Registration Process | Through PM Vishwakarma Yojana portal using Aadhaar, mobile number, bank details, and ration card |