PM Modi Launches Rs 13,000 Crore Vishwakarma Scheme:
On Vishwakarma Jayanti, Prime Minister Narendra Modi introduced the “PM Vishwakarma” scheme, offering low-interest loans without collateral to traditional craftsmen and artisans.
The scheme, with a budget of Rs 13,000 crores over five years, will benefit approximately 30 lakh families of traditional artisans, including weavers, goldsmiths, blacksmiths, laundry workers, and barbers.
Prime Minister Modi emphasized the enduring significance of Vishwakarma in Indian society, irrespective of technological advancements.
During the launch, the Prime Minister provided Vishwakarma certificates to 18 beneficiaries, who are eligible for collateral-free loans up to Rs 3 lakhs at a concessional rate of 5 percent. He also unveiled a custom stamp sheet, an e-booklet toolkit, and a video.
Additionally, Prime Minister Modi inaugurated the state-of-the-art “Yashobhoomi” convention center in Dwarka, southwest Delhi, which was built at a cost of Rs 5,400 crore. Biggest MICE facility in the world
Discussing the potential of conference tourism in India, Prime Minister mentioned that the sector is worth over Rs 25,000 crores, and India’s share is currently only 1 percent. He highlighted that Bharat Mandapam and Yashobhoomi will make Delhi a major conference tourism hub, creating job opportunities.
Prime Minister invited the global film and television industry and event management companies to organize events at Bharat Mandapam and Yashobhoomi.
In the launch of PM Vishwakarma, Modi underscored the importance of Vishwakarmas in the country’s daily life and announced Rs 13,000 crores for 18 focus areas of artisans and craftsmen.
He emphasized the “vocal for local” initiative and urged people to buy local products during upcoming festivals like Ganesh Chaturthi, Dhanteras, and Diwali.
Prime Minister Modi expressed confidence that Bharat Mandapam and Yasobhoomi will become symbols of India’s hospitality and grandeur, showcasing the nation’s cultural heritage to the world.
Dignitaries including Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal, and others attended the inauguration. Yashobhoomi is now connected to the Delhi Airport Metro Express line with the opening of the Yashobhoomi Dwarka Sector 25 metro station.
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