New Delhi: Banks have given out loans worth Rs 1,751 crore under the PM Vishwakarma scheme, as of October 31. Minister of State for Finance, Pankaj Chaudhary, shared this news on Tuesday.
In a written answer in the Rajya Sabha, he explained that the government is working hard to help borrowers, especially in villages, to make it easier for them to get loans. According to Chaudhary, more than 2.02 lakh accounts have already been opened under the PM Vishwakarma scheme, with a total loan amount of Rs 1,751.20 crore.
The PM Vishwakarma scheme started on September 17, 2023, to help artisans and craftsmen who use their hands and tools for work. The people in these jobs are known as ‘Vishwakarmas’ and include blacksmiths, goldsmiths, potters, carpenters, and sculptors. The total budget for this scheme from 2023 to 2028 is Rs 13,000 crore.
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