Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Vishwakarma Yojana in New Delhi, celebrating and honoring artisans from various corners of the nation, including one from Odisha. The event featured the felicitation of Basant Kumar Rana, an accomplished artisan hailing from Odisha’s Puri town. Rana’s remarkable craftsmanship revolves around creating Tahia, a specially-designed headgear, for the presiding deities of the renowned Puri Srimandir, a practice he has faithfully continued for several years. Additionally, he crafts exquisite garlands for Lord Jagannath and his divine siblings, Lord Balabhadra and Devi Subhadra. During this occasion, Prime Minister Modi presented Rana with the esteemed Vishwakarma identity card, a gesture that was met with heartfelt gratitude from the artisan himself. He expressed optimism about the financial benefits extended by the Vishwakarma scheme, which he believes will serve as a significant incentive for artisans committed to their hereditary professions.
The Vishwakarma scheme was officially launched by the Prime Minister to extend support to traditional artisans from all corners of the country. A substantial allocation of Rs 13,000 crore has been earmarked by the government for this comprehensive initiative, designed to uplift and empower artisans and craftsmen residing in both rural and urban areas of India. In its initial phase, the Vishwakarma scheme encompasses at least 18 distinct categories of artisans, encompassing carpenters, boat makers, blacksmiths, goldsmiths, tailors, and many more. Over the course of the 2023-24 fiscal year and the following five years, the scheme aims to benefit a staggering 30 lakh artisan families. This ambitious project promises to provide invaluable financial support and recognition to those dedicated to preserving and practicing their hereditary crafts. The Vishwakarma scheme is poised to bring about transformative change in the livelihoods of traditional artisans, fostering a brighter future for this essential segment of India’s cultural heritage.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Vishwakarma Yojana in New Delhi, celebrating and honoring artisans from various corners of the nation, including one from Odisha. The event featured the felicitation of Basant Kumar Rana, an accomplished artisan hailing from Odisha’s Puri town. Rana’s remarkable craftsmanship revolves around creating Tahia, a specially-designed headgear, for the presiding deities of the renowned Puri Srimandir, a practice he has faithfully continued for several years. Additionally, he crafts exquisite garlands for Lord Jagannath and his divine siblings, Lord Balabhadra and Devi Subhadra. During this occasion, Prime Minister Modi presented Rana with the esteemed Vishwakarma identity card, a gesture that was met with heartfelt gratitude from the artisan himself. He expressed optimism about the financial benefits extended by the Vishwakarma scheme, which he believes will serve as a significant incentive for artisans committed to their hereditary professions.
The Vishwakarma scheme was officially launched by the Prime Minister to extend support to traditional artisans from all corners of the country. A substantial allocation of Rs 13,000 crore has been earmarked by the government for this comprehensive initiative, designed to uplift and empower artisans and craftsmen residing in both rural and urban areas of India. In its initial phase, the Vishwakarma scheme encompasses at least 18 distinct categories of artisans, encompassing carpenters, boat makers, blacksmiths, goldsmiths, tailors, and many more. Over the course of the 2023-24 fiscal year and the following five years, the scheme aims to benefit a staggering 30 lakh artisan families. This ambitious project promises to provide invaluable financial support and recognition to those dedicated to preserving and practicing their hereditary crafts. The Vishwakarma scheme is poised to bring about transformative change in the livelihoods of traditional artisans, fostering a brighter future for this essential segment of India’s cultural heritage.
