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PM Vishwakarma Scheme Grants Artisans New Identity Cards, Says Modi Govt
✍️ Amar Ujala · Ludhiana
🗓 09 Nov 2026, 06:47 PM
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Under the PM Vishwakarma Scheme, artisans are now receiving official identity cards, boosting their market access and livelihood.
The Modi government has rolled out a new identity system for artisans under the PM Vishwakarma Scheme. The scheme, launched earlier this year, aims to formalise the craft sector by issuing unique identity cards to artisans across the country.
According to officials, the cards will carry a digital signature and a QR code that links to the artisan’s profile, making it easier for buyers and banks to verify credentials. The move is expected to improve market access and enable easier access to credit.
In Ludhiana, a group of local artisans led by a prominent craftsman named Dhillon has already received their identity cards. The initiative has been welcomed by the community, who say it will help them showcase their skills on a national platform.
The government has announced that the scheme will be expanded to cover all states by the end of the year, with a target of registering over 10 lakh artisans. The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship will oversee the rollout.
According to officials, the cards will carry a digital signature and a QR code that links to the artisan’s profile, making it easier for buyers and banks to verify credentials. The move is expected to improve market access and enable easier access to credit.
In Ludhiana, a group of local artisans led by a prominent craftsman named Dhillon has already received their identity cards. The initiative has been welcomed by the community, who say it will help them showcase their skills on a national platform.
The government has announced that the scheme will be expanded to cover all states by the end of the year, with a target of registering over 10 lakh artisans. The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship will oversee the rollout.