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PM-DAKSH skill training scheme merged with PMKVY

The Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment reported on 22 October 2026 that the PM-DAKSH scheme, which provided skill training for SC, OBC, EWS, and other marginalized groups, has been merged with the PMKVY scheme. This decision, effective from 2024-25, aims to avoid duplication as both schemes used the same job roles from the Skill India Digital Hub.

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Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
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22 October 2026
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NSFDC Term Loan Scheme supports self-employment for Scheduled Castes

The Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment announced on 12 October 2026 that the National Scheduled Castes Finance and Development Corporation (NSFDC) provides financial assistance through its Term Loan Scheme. This scheme helps eligible beneficiaries start income-generating activities to achieve economic self-reliance and move away from seasonal labour.

Who it affects
eligible beneficiaries
When · Where
Not stated in the document · Across Uttar Pradesh
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Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
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Press Information Bureau, pib.gov.in (Press releases)
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www.pib.gov.in, the government's file server for pib.gov.in
Dated
12 October 2026
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