AI SummaryHP Mukhya Mantri Gram Kaushal Yojana is a skill training scheme of Himachal Pradesh government that helps rural youth learn traditional crafts and earn a living without leaving their villages. The scheme was launched on 6 January 2020 by former Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur to revive handicraft, handloom, local artifacts, wood and metal craft in the state.
The scheme is run by the Rural Development Department and started in 18 blocks of four districts. It offers training in traditional arts like wood craft, metal craft, stone craft and bamboo craft, and trainees get a monthly amount during the training period.
HP Mukhya Mantri Gram Kaushal Yojana 2026
In the HP Budget 2026, the state government announced that one thousand candidates will be trained in the traditional arts of metal, stone and wood craft under this scheme in the next one year. In addition, one thousand eligible people will be given job placement under Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushal Yojana.
Amount to Trainee in Himachal Pradesh
The state government provides Rs 7500 to the instructor and Rs 3000 to the trainee per month under this scheme. The training period is fixed from 3 months to 1 year, and a maximum of 5 trainees are allowed in each batch. This scheme helps in the revival of the traditional art, craft and culture of the state, besides being a major source of self-employment for rural youth.
List of Courses Included in Mukhya Mantri Gram Kaushal Yojana
To begin with, the scheme has been started in 18 blocks of 4 districts of the state. Here is the list of courses covered under the scheme:
- Wood craft - training in making useful items from wood
- Metal craft - learning to make metal products and utensils
- Mandi Kalam - a traditional painting style of the Mandi region
- Stone craft - shaping stone into decorative items
- Bamboo craft - making baskets and other items from bamboo
- Embroidery - traditional stitching and needlework
- Pine needle products - making items from pine needles
- Pottery - making pots and other clay items
Highlights of HP Mukhya Mantri Gram Kaushal Yojana
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | HP Mukhya Mantri Gram Kaushal Yojana |
| Launched By | Himachal Pradesh government |
| Launch Date | 6 January 2020 |
| Beneficiaries | Rural youth of Himachal Pradesh |
| Amount to Trainee | Rs 3000 per month |
| Amount to Instructor | Rs 7500 per month |
| Training Period | 3 months to 1 year |
| Main Department | Rural Development Department |
Need for CM Gram Kaushal Scheme in Himachal Pradesh
Former Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur said that during the COVID-19 pandemic only the rural economy survived, which showed that these areas have a firm base to deal with any kind of situation. He said that rural development oriented schemes should be started to help the youth so that they do not have to move from rural areas to urban areas in search of work. Mukhya Mantri Gram Kaushal Yojana is one such scheme for the development of rural people.
Earlier on 1 July 2020, the Chief Minister also released the poster and information booklet about this scheme on the occasion. He also interacted with several beneficiaries of the scheme. The main aim of the state government was to revive the rural economy of the state.
The Chief Minister said that the State Rural Development Department has started several schemes to help the development of rural areas. He said that Mukhya Mantri Ek Bigha Yojana has been a big success as about 3500 families have registered to get the benefits of the scheme. He also congratulated the department for getting the first prize in e-Panchayat.
Online Registration for Skill Development Allowance and Industrial Skill Development
The youth of the state can now register online for the Skill Development Allowance and Industrial Skill Development Allowance Scheme 2018. Counselling programme for these beneficiaries will also be started. The state government will spend Rs 100 crore for these allowances.
Employment to 7,000 people will be provided in the private sector through 'Rojgar Melas' and 'Campus Interviews'. This budget will give a fillip to economic growth by strengthening schemes of entrepreneurship and skill development, tourism and basic infrastructure. The Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board will extend more support to workers.
FAQ's
Who can join HP Mukhya Mantri Gram Kaushal Yojana?
Rural youth of Himachal Pradesh who want to learn traditional crafts can join the scheme. The training is held through the Rural Development Department in the blocks where the scheme is running.
How much amount does a trainee get under this scheme?
A trainee gets Rs 3000 per month during the training period. The instructor gets Rs 7500 per month for each batch.
What is the training period under this scheme?
The training period is fixed from 3 months to 1 year. A maximum of 5 trainees are allowed in each batch.