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Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment hosts Shilp Samagam Mela 2026 in Guwahati

The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment announced on 22 October 2026 that the Shilp Samagam Mela 2026 is currently underway at Farm Gate, Khanapara, Guwahati. The event provides a platform for 75 artisans, including 31 women, from Scheduled Castes, Other Backward Classes, Safai Mitras, and Denotified Tribes to sell approximately 40 varieties of handloom and handicraft products directly to the public.

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Shilp Samagam Mela 2026 to start in Guwahati on 21 October

The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment announced on 20 October 2026 that the Shilp Samagam Mela 2026 will begin in Guwahati, Assam, on 21 October. The event, running until 28 October, allows 75 artisans—including 31 women—to showcase and sell approximately 40 varieties of handloom and handicraft products.

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artisans belonging to Scheduled Castes (SCs), Other Backward Classes (OBCs), Safai Mitras and Denotified Tribes (DNTs)
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Until 28 October 2026: end of Shilp Samagam Mela 2026 in Guwahati (+1 more) · Guwahati, Assam
Press release 2325534Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer
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Sanitation workers in Andhra Pradesh become entrepreneurs via NAMASTE scheme

The Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment reported on 19 October 2026 that four sanitation workers in Nellore, Andhra Pradesh, have transitioned to mechanised service entrepreneurs. Through the Swachhta Udyami Yojana under the NAMASTE Scheme, the group received a capital subsidy of Rs 13.96 lakh and a bank loan of Rs 21.89 lakh to purchase a Mini Jetting Machine.

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sanitation workers
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From 1 January 2021: support provided to the group (+1 more) · Nellore, Andhra Pradesh
Press release 2325210Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer
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Sanitation worker becomes entrepreneur through NAMASTE scheme support

The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment reported on 16 October 2026 that a sanitation worker from Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, transitioned to self-employment using the Swachhta Udyami Yojana (SUY) under the NAMASTE scheme. The individual received a capital subsidy of ₹3.64 lakh and a loan of ₹5.91 lakh during 2021–22 to purchase a desludging vehicle.

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one sanitation worker
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From 1 January 2021: receipt of financial assistance · Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh
Press release 2324322Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer
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Sanitation worker becomes entrepreneur through NAMASTE Scheme assistance

The Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment announced on 15 October 2026 that a sanitation worker from Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan, transitioned to self-employment using the Swachhta Udyami Yojana (SUY) under the NAMASTE Scheme. On 12 August 2025, the individual received a capital subsidy of Rs 4,08,500 and a loan of Rs 7,25,500 to purchase a Tractor cum Suction Machine for a total project cost of Rs 11,34,000.

Who it affects
one sanitation worker
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On 12 August 2025: receipt of financial assistance under Swachhta Udyami Yojana · Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan
Press release 2323848Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer
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Ministry highlights income growth for Safai Karamcharis via Swachhta Udyami Yojana

The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment reported on 13 October 2026 that the Swachhta Udyami Yojana (SUY), part of the NAMASTE framework, provides financial assistance and equipment to help Safai Karamcharis create self-reliant income sources. In one instance on 21 August 2025, a group of five individuals received a capital subsidy of Rs 18.75 lakh and a loan of Rs 31.25 lakh to purchase a Gulfer 8 KL desludging vehicle.

Who it affects
Safai Karamcharis
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On 21 August 2025: receipt of assistance under Swachhta Udyami Yojana · Across India
Press release 2322968Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer
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DEPwD launches Special Campaign 6 for cleanliness and efficient governance

The Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment announced on 9 October 2026 that the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD) is conducting Special Campaign 6. This initiative, running from 2 to 31 October 2026, aims to reduce pending work, improve record management, free up office space, and dispose of e-waste.

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DEPwD and its associated offices and bodies
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From 2 October 2026: Special Campaign 6 (+3 more) · Across India
Press release 2321518Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer
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