The Vishwakarma Shram Samman Yojana is a welfare scheme launched by the Uttar Pradesh government to support artisans and skilled workers (Vishwakarmas) belonging to the Other Backward Classes (OBC) community.
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Key Features of Vishwakarma Shram Samman Yojana (UP):
- Financial Assistance:
- Provides financial aid to skilled workers (like carpenters, blacksmiths, potters, weavers, goldsmiths, etc.) to help them upgrade their tools and businesses.
- Subsidies or grants for purchasing modern equipment.
- Skill Development & Training:
- Offers training programs to enhance traditional skills and adopt new technologies.
- Employment & Self-Employment Support:
- Encourages self-employment by providing loans or subsidies under government schemes.
- Social Security & Welfare:
- May include health insurance, pension benefits, or other social security measures.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Applicant must belong to the OBC category in Uttar Pradesh.
- Must be a traditional artisan or skilled worker (Vishwakarma community).
- Income criteria may apply (likely targeting economically weaker sections).
How to Apply?
- Applications may be submitted online through the UP OBC Welfare Department portal or offline at designated offices.
- Required documents:
- Aadhaar Card
- Caste Certificate (OBC)
- Income Certificate
- Proof of profession (if applicable)
Official Website & Helpline:
- For updates, check the Uttar Pradesh Backward Classes Welfare Department website: https://backwardclasswelfare.up.gov.in
- Contact local OBC Welfare Office for details.
This scheme aims to empower traditional artisans by providing financial and skill-based support, helping them sustain and grow their livelihoods.
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