India extends Samarth textile training scheme until March 31, 2025

Originally, the scheme was to be available until March 31, 2024. The Ministry of Textiles recently issued a circular to announce the extension.

The Department of Expenditure under the Ministry of Finance has approved the extension of the scheme. It is a demand-driven and placement-oriented umbrella skilling scheme designed to make textile workers employable in the industry. The scheme was formulated under the skilling policy of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship. The purpose of the scheme is to incentivise and supplement the efforts of the industry in creating jobs in the organised textile and related sectors, covering the entire value chain of textiles, excluding spinning and weaving.

According to industry sources, the training programme and course curriculum were rationalised, keeping in view the technological developments and market demands of domestic and other countries. The scheme is not only promoting entry-level skilling programmes but is also supporting upskilling and reskilling programmes for existing workers to improve their productivity.

Samarth scheme is available for organised textile sector as well as for traditional sectors such as handloom, handicraft, silk, and jute. The scheme is being implemented through partners such as textile and other industry associations, state government agencies, and sectoral organisations of the Ministry of Textiles. This scheme is under implementation in most states and Union Territories.

ALCHEMPro News Desk (KUL)