PM Vishwakarma: Won’t implement scheme in present form, says Stalin

The PM Vishwakarma scheme of the Central government “strengthens the system of caste-based vocation”, Tamil Nadu chief minister MK Stalin said in a letter to Union minister Jitam Ram Manjhi on Wednesday, informing the MSMEs minister that the state government will not implement the scheme in its present form. PM Vishwakarma: Won’t implement scheme in present form, says Stalin Instead, Stalin said, the Dravida Munnetra Khazhgham-led Tamil Nadu government will develop a more inclusive and comprehensive scheme for artisans that does not discriminate on the basis of caste. Hence, Stalin, in Wednesday’s letter, said: “The government of Tamil Nadu, will, therefore, not be taking forward the implementation of the PM Vishwakarma scheme in its present form. Giving details of his government’s plans, Stalin said, “To empower artisans in Tamil Nadu under the overall principle of social justice, the government of Tamil Nadu has decided to develop a more inclusive and comprehensive scheme for artisans, which does not discriminate based on caste.” “This scheme will provide holistic support to all artisans in the state, irrespective of caste or family occupations.