Shilp Didi Programme:
The Union Textiles Secretary announced that the Shilp Didi Programme has significantly boosted women artisans’ income, with some earning over ₹5 lakh.
- It is a government initiative to economically empower women artisans (“Shilp Didis”) by providing training, digital skills, and market access, including e-commerce platforms and physical exhibitions.
- Launched In: 2024 (100-day pilot phase began in June 2024).
- Implemented By Ministry of Textiles, through the Office of the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts).
- Aim is to make women artisans financially independent, improve design and business skills, and help them leverage modern marketing and entrepreneurship tools.
