Pradhan Mantri Virasat Ka Samvardhan (PM VIKAS) Scheme

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About PM VIKAS

PM VIKAS (Prime Minister’s Vishwakarma Kaushal Samman Yojana) is a Central sector scheme by the Ministry of Minority Affairs (MoMA) to empower minority and artisan communities through inclusive development. It merges five existing schemes: Seekho aur Kamao, USTTAD, Hamari Dharohar, Nai Roshni, and Nai Manzil.

Key Components

Skilling & Training: Offers traditional and non-traditional skill training for better employment opportunities.
Leadership & Entrepreneurship: Focuses on developing leadership skills, especially for women, and supporting entrepreneurship.
Education: Provides open schooling for minority dropouts (8th, 10th, and 12th grades).
Infrastructure Development: Promotes Vishwakarma Villages to boost art, crafts, tourism, and commerce.

Objectives

Economic Empowerment: Through skill development and entrepreneurship.
Social Inclusion: Ensures opportunities for all, especially women and youth.
Cultural Preservation: Supports traditional arts and crafts.
Local Economy Growth: Develops infrastructure for tourism and artisan products.

Expected Outcomes

Increased Employment: The integration of skill training and entrepreneurship is expected to boost employment opportunities within minority communities.
Improved Educational Outcomes: The provision of open schooling will ensure higher literacy rates and improved education levels for marginalized sections.
Stronger Local Economies: Infrastructure development through Vishwakarma Villages will promote local economies, boosting income generation through arts, crafts, and tourism.

PM VIKAS aligns with the government’s broader goals of empowering marginalized communities, promoting inclusive growth, and ensuring economic prosperity through skill development, education, and cultural preservation. It will play a pivotal role in improving the socio-economic conditions of minority and artisan groups across India, contributing to sustainable development and social cohesion.