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Shilpi Gram Scheme (Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe)

Uttarakhand

Shilpi Gram Scheme is a government program run in Uttarakhand that helps Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe communities revive and strengthen their traditional artisan skills. The scheme provides free training, sets up workshops and infrastructure, and creates market opportunities for artisans in selected villages. It aims to preserve traditional crafts while improving the livelihoods of SC/ST artisans.

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Special Incentive Scheme for Women of Tharu, Boksa and Other Tribes (For Training and Marketing)

Uttarakhand

This scheme, run by the Uttarakhand government, helps tribal women artisans from Tharu, Boksa, and other tribal communities improve their livelihoods. It provides specialized training in traditional crafts and skills, combined with marketing support to sell their products. The scheme also offers financial assistance to help women participate in training programs and market their handicrafts.

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Shilp Guru Award

Ministry Of Textiles

The Shilp Guru Award is a national honor created by the Ministry of Textiles to recognize and celebrate master craftspersons in handicrafts. This award acknowledges the exceptional skill, dedication, and lifetime contributions of legendary artisans who have preserved and promoted India's rich and diverse craft heritage. The scheme honors craftspeople whose work represents the best of Indian traditional craftsmanship.

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Insurance Scheme For Artisans Component of the Development of Handicrafts Scheme

Puducherry

This insurance scheme protects registered artisans and handicraft workers in Puducherry by providing life and disability coverage through Jana Shree Bima Yojana or similar LIC policies. The scheme is run under the Development of Handicrafts Scheme to ensure artisans have financial security against death and disability. The government and a Social Security Fund jointly pay the insurance premium, with each contributing 50% of the cost.

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Skill Upgradation Program Karnataka

Karnataka

The Skill Upgradation Program Karnataka is a state-run initiative designed to enhance the technical skills of artisans working in leather technology, footwear production, leather goods manufacturing, and design. Administered by the Karnataka government, the scheme sends selected artisans for advanced training at premier institutions including CFTI Chennai, CLRI (Central Leather Research Institute), and Karnataka Institute of Leather Technology. This program aims to improve product quality, increase earning potential, and keep artisans competitive in the leather industry.

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Dr. Babu Jagjivan Ram Living cum work shed Construction Scheme

Karnataka

This scheme provides financial help to leather artisans who do not have their own homes to live and work in. The government pays for building a combined living and work shed for eligible artisans. The Rajiv Gandhi Rural Housing Corporation manages the scheme in Karnataka. The goal is to give leather artisans a safe place to live and run their craft work.

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Marketing Assistance Scheme

Karnataka

The Marketing Assistance Scheme is a Karnataka state initiative that empowers Scheduled Caste (SC) leather artisans by helping them sell their products through Lidkar Leather Emporia under the Lidkar brand. The scheme protects artisans from exploitation by middlemen and ensures regular purchase of their leather products based on market demand. It is managed to support traditional leather craftspeople and strengthen their livelihoods through organized marketing channels.

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Financial Assistance to Traditional Artisans (Panchavrutthi Scheme)

Karnataka

The Panchavrutthi Scheme is a Karnataka government initiative that provides financial assistance to traditional artisans from the Vishwakarma community. The scheme helps these skilled craftspeople purchase modern tools and equipment, and upgrade their technical skills. By supporting artisans in adopting new technologies, the scheme aims to improve the quality of their work and increase their earning potential.

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West Bengal Artisans Financial Benefit Scheme: Facilitation Supports

West Bengal

The West Bengal Artisans Financial Benefit Scheme 2024 is a government program run by the MSME and Textiles Department of West Bengal. It provides facilitation and financial support to skilled artisans and Industrial Cooperative Societies across the state. The scheme aims to help artisans improve their business operations and access various types of assistance to strengthen their livelihoods.

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Scheme of Death Benefit for Weavers & Artisans of West Bengal

West Bengal

This is a social welfare scheme run by the Department of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises and Textiles, Government of West Bengal. It provides financial assistance to the families of deceased weavers and artisans. The scheme aims to support dependents who lose their earning member due to death.

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