Explained: Vishwakarma Scheme Is Key To Keeping BJP's Support Base Strong

Anyone who works with hands and tools is a "vishwakarma", and the government will do everything it takes to uplift people who have been toiling hard to promote traditional skills, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said

In a significant move with several social and political undertones, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday launched the Vishwakarma Yojana. Anyone who works with hands and tools is a vishwakarma, and the government will do everything it takes to uplift people who have been toiling hard to promote traditional skills, he said.

The occasion was also symbolic. It was the Prime minister's 73rd birthday and also, Vishwakarma Jayanti.

PM Modi first offered prayers to Lord Vishwakarma, who is seen as the architect of ancient cities such as Dwarka and Indraprastha, the old name of Delhi.