Samarth Scheme – Recent Updates

October 17, 2024

The Samarth Scheme, an important project by the Ministry of Textiles, has been extended for another two years, covering the financial years 2024-25 and 2025-26. The government has set aside Rs. 495 crore for this extension. The goal is to train 300,000 people in different textile-related skills.

What is the Objective of the Samarth Scheme?

The main purpose of the Samarth Scheme is to help create jobs in the textile industry, focusing on the organized sector. It supports skill development across the entire textile value chain except for spinning and weaving. This helps people find employment and boosts the productivity of the industry.

Focus on Training

The training programs under this scheme are updated to meet modern technological changes and market needs. It offers:

Entry-level training for newcomers to the textile sector.
Upskilling and reskilling programs for existing workers, especially in the Apparel and Garmenting sectors. This helps them learn new skills and become more efficient in their work.

The scheme also focuses on workers in traditional textile sectors, like handloom, handicrafts, silk, and jute, ensuring these age-old practices thrive in modern times.

Who Implements the Scheme?

The Samarth Scheme is carried out by Implementing Partners (IPs), which include:

Textile industry players.
Government agencies at both central and state levels.

Sector-specific organizations like the Development Commissioners for Handloom and Handicrafts and the Central Wool Development Board.

Achievements of the Scheme

Since its start, the Samarth Scheme has trained 327,000 people. Of these, 260,000 (about 79.5%) have successfully found jobs, which shows the effectiveness of the training.

Focus on Women’s Employment

The scheme places special emphasis on women’s employment. Out of all the trained candidates, 289,000 (around 88.3%) are women, highlighting the program’s dedication to gender inclusivity in the textile sector.

About the Samarth Scheme

Launched in 2018 by the Ministry of Textiles, the Samarth Scheme is all about promoting skill development in the textile industry. It helps improve productivity and encourages entrepreneurship among artisans. The scheme supports a variety of textile industries, including handlooms and handicrafts, and provides market-driven training programs. It also focuses on creating sustainable livelihoods and promotes the involvement of women artisans. Financial assistance is available for setting up new businesses, and the scheme works with many partners to reach a wide audience for better implementation.

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