<p>Manipur on Sunday joined the nationwide launch of the PM Vishwakarma Scheme in the presence of Union Minister Nityananda Rai and Chief Minister N Biren Singh in Imphal.</p>.<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the Rs 13,000-crore PM Vishwakarma Yojana (scheme) for traditional artisans and craftsmen in Delhi.</p>.PM Modi launches Rs 13,000-crore 'PM Vishwakarma' scheme for traditional workers.<p>He also unveiled 18 customised stamp sheets covering the 18 traditional trades whose workers are covered under the scheme, along with a toolkit e-booklet on the occasion of the launch of the Vishwakarma scheme.</p>.<p>Speaking at a function, Rai said the prime minister has always been giving priority to the Northeastern states when it comes to development.</p>.<p>"The scheme has been started covering 18 traditional crafts including carpentry, boat-making, blacksmith, weaving, etc' and that 'it will facilitate the development of small-scale craftsmen across the country, who will assist in achieving the goal of self-reliance," the Union minister of state for home said.</p>.<p>Chief Minister Biren Singh said, "The scheme will be fully funded by the Union government. It is a significant step towards empowering our skilled artisans and craftsmen. Under the scheme, the Vishwakarmas will be registered free of charge." </p><p>Wishing PM Modi on his birthday, Singh said, "The scheme will provide an opportunity to the talented artisans to showcase their skills and help in the country's economic growth."</p><p>The goal of the Vishwakarma scheme is to enhance the accessibility and quality of products and services offered by traditional artisans and craftsmen.</p>.<p>The scheme offers collateral-free enterprise development loans of Rs 1 lakh (first tranche for 18 months repayment) and Rs 2 lakh (second tranche for 30 months repayment). PTI COR MNB</p>
<p>Manipur on Sunday joined the nationwide launch of the PM Vishwakarma Scheme in the presence of Union Minister Nityananda Rai and Chief Minister N Biren Singh in Imphal.</p>.<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the Rs 13,000-crore PM Vishwakarma Yojana (scheme) for traditional artisans and craftsmen in Delhi.</p>.PM Modi launches Rs 13,000-crore 'PM Vishwakarma' scheme for traditional workers.<p>He also unveiled 18 customised stamp sheets covering the 18 traditional trades whose workers are covered under the scheme, along with a toolkit e-booklet on the occasion of the launch of the Vishwakarma scheme.</p>.<p>Speaking at a function, Rai said the prime minister has always been giving priority to the Northeastern states when it comes to development.</p>.<p>"The scheme has been started covering 18 traditional crafts including carpentry, boat-making, blacksmith, weaving, etc' and that 'it will facilitate the development of small-scale craftsmen across the country, who will assist in achieving the goal of self-reliance," the Union minister of state for home said.</p>.<p>Chief Minister Biren Singh said, "The scheme will be fully funded by the Union government. It is a significant step towards empowering our skilled artisans and craftsmen. Under the scheme, the Vishwakarmas will be registered free of charge." </p><p>Wishing PM Modi on his birthday, Singh said, "The scheme will provide an opportunity to the talented artisans to showcase their skills and help in the country's economic growth."</p><p>The goal of the Vishwakarma scheme is to enhance the accessibility and quality of products and services offered by traditional artisans and craftsmen.</p>.<p>The scheme offers collateral-free enterprise development loans of Rs 1 lakh (first tranche for 18 months repayment) and Rs 2 lakh (second tranche for 30 months repayment). PTI COR MNB</p>