India, Feb. 13 -- Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has approved the "Chief Minister Skill Development Scheme" aimed at providing structured training, financial support and digital market access to artisans engaged in khadi, handloom, cottage industries and the unorganised sector.

The scheme will be implemented through the Delhi Khadi and Village Industries Board (DKVIB). During 2025-26, a total of 3,728 beneficiaries will be trained, with Rs 8.95 crore already approved for this phase. For 2026-27, a proposed allocation of Rs 57.50 crore is likely to be brought in to expand the programme at a much larger scale. The decision was cleared at a recent Cabinet meeting chaired by the Chief Minister. Announcing the move, she said Delhi's artisans are ...