Prince Ayaz
Bandipora Feb 19: The Joint Director SKill Development Kashmir Farooq Ahmad Khan on Monday inaugurated the first batch of training sessions under the transformative PM Vishwakarma initiative at Industrial Training Institute (ITI) Hajin Bandipora.
The inaugural function was attended by Superintendent ITI Ajaz Ahmad Wani and artisans and craftspersons registered under PM Vishwakarma besides other concerned.
During the program, the Joint Director Farooq Ahmad Khan was apprised that in the first batch of cutting and tailoring, 45 candidates are taken up for basic training of 05 days under PM vishwakarma.
It was informed that the scheme envisages 05 days basic training and 15 days advanced training with a stipend of Rs. 500 per day and certificate after completion of training.
The Joint Director, in his address, appreciated the female eligible artisans for their interest in capacity building programmes of the Government.
He said PM Vishwakarma scheme is meant to provide common platform to the artisans and crafts person.
Highlighting the benefits of PM Vishwakarma, the Joint Director said that the scheme provides an opportunity to enhance working conditions and economic conditions of artisans and crafts persons besides providing recognition to artisans and craftspersons through PM Vishwakarma certificate.
He said the training programmes under the scheme are designed to empower individuals with practical skills and knowledge and equip the participants with the tools besides enhancing their skills and providing employment opportunity.
Farooq Ahmad khan said that this special scheme offers financial assistance along with training, advanced techniques, and skill-related guidance.
