On this day, September 17, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi becomes 73 years old. Numerous birthday festivities have been planned by the government, as well as by the many followers and admirers of PM Modi around India. The ambitious “PM Vishwakarma Yojana,” which was initially mentioned and debated on August 15, 2023, or Independence Day, would be launched by PM Modi on his birthday. Learn everything there is to know about the “PM Vishwakarma Yojana” program from Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, including its purpose, cost, and beneficiaries.
Today’s Launch of the “PM Vishwakarma Yojana”
As previously noted, PM Narendra Modi is launching the expansive PM Vishwakarma Yojana—a project of the Central Government for artists who participate in ancient crafts and preserve them—on his 73rd birthday. The purpose of this initiative, which was initially introduced during PM Modi’s Independence Day speech in 2023, is to help the craftsmen who continue to practice India’s traditional crafts. It is being introduced today on the occasion of Vishwakarma Jayanti.
Details are provided by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said in an interview that the introduction of the PM Vishwakarma Yojana is a significant event today. According to Ashwini Vaishnaw, various traditional activities that have been practiced for a long time in every Indian village, town, and city, such as those carried out by potters, blacksmiths, and lockmakers, among others, have helped preserve Indian traditions and culture. The PM Vishwakarma Yojana is being introduced in order to guarantee that these activities are given the prominence they deserve, that the craftsmen are given modern tools, and that they are able to advance in their particular disciplines.
According to reports, the Center would provide full funding for the PM Vishwakarma Yojana, which was first announced on Independence Day this year and is anticipated to cost close to Rs 13,000 crore. This episode will focus on 18 different handicrafts and the people that make them.
At 11:00 AM on September 17th, PM Modi is also scheduled to officially open and unveil “Yashobhoomi,” the first phase of the India International Convention and Expo Centre (IICC), in Dwarka, Delhi. The Prime Minister will also dedicate the new Dwarka Sector 25 Metro Station and the expansion of the Delhi Airport Metro Express line from Dwarka Sector 21.
