Shilp Samagam Mela 2024 and TULIP Platform Inaugurated by Union Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
| Summary/Static | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in the news? | Union Minister Dr. Virendra Kumar inaugurates 'Shilp Samagam Mela 2024' and unveils 'TULIP' Platform! |
| Organized by | National Scheduled Castes Finance and Development Corporation (NSFDC), National Backward Classes Finance and Development Corporation (NBCDFC), National Safai Karmachari Finance and Development Corporation (NSKFDC). |
| Key Initiatives Launched | TULIP (Traditional Artisans' Upliftment Livelihood Programme): A digital e-marketing platform to empower marginalized artisans (SC, OBC, sanitation workers, and persons with disabilities) by providing a platform for global exposure and sales. |
| Rang Paridhan Program | A showcase of uniforms made from artisan products; the Ministry's corporations will adopt these artisan-made uniforms, symbolizing cultural heritage. |
| Portals Unveiled | PM-SURAKSHA Portal: Enables targeted groups to access subsidized loan schemes. PM-DAKSH Portal: Provides skill development training for marginalized communities. |
| Other Initiatives | *Vishwas! Yojana: Offers financial assistance to Scheduled Castes, Backward Classes, and sanitation workers. *Namaste! Yojana Extends financial protection to sanitation workers. |
| *Benefici! ARIES (Loan Assistance) | Approximately 5.6 million persons and their families. |
| Skill Training Recipients | 614,000 young individuals. |
| *Individuals Provided Marketing Opportunities! ARIES | Over 1 lakh. |
| Fair Details | Dates: 5th to 15th November. |
| *Stalls! ARIES | 105 stalls showcasing traditional crafts from 16 states. |
| Featured Crafts | Metalwork, wooden artifacts, cane and bamboo products, pottery, handloom products, leather goods, and textiles. |
| Cultural Programs | Each evening, colourful cultural performances will be held to celebrate India'! ARIES* Traditions and artistic expressions. |