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Irani distributes welfare schemes to SCs

To mark  the126th birth anniversary of the architect of the Indian constitution, Dr B R Ambedkar, Textiles Minister Smriti Irani…

Irani distributes welfare schemes to SCs

To mark  the126th birth anniversary of the architect of the Indian constitution, Dr B R Ambedkar, Textiles Minister Smriti Irani Friday distributed benefits under welfare schemes of the Ministry, to beneficiaries belonging to Scheduled Castes from various parts of the country.

In a special programme held here, she interacted through video-conferencing with handloom weavers, handicraft artisans, silk reelers and skill development trainees at various locations in five states, apart from the beneficiaries who were present at the function.

Saying that  Dr Ambedkar dreamed of an India where every Indian would be able to contribute to nation building by honest efforts and education, Irani appreciated everyone associated with the textiles sector, for their contribution in the economic empowerment of people such as these.

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An MoU was signed on the occasion, between Development Commissioner (Handlooms), Ministry of Textiles and National Schedule Castes Finance and Development Corporation, Ministry of Social Justice and  Empowerment.  Irani said the MoU is a great example of collaboration within the government.

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