Highlighting concerns that PM Vishwakarma Scheme reinforces caste-based vocations, Stalin urged for modifications to make it more inclusive and aligned with the principles of social justice.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin writes to Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi, stating the state will not adopt the PM Vishwakarma scheme, emphasising the need for a more inclusive and socially just alternative for artisans.

Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin said that the onus of verification of the beneficiaries in rural areas is vested with the Village Administrative Officer from the Revenue Department instead of the head of the Gram Panchayat.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin has announced that the state will not implement the PM Vishwakarma scheme in its current form. Instead, the Tamil Nadu government will create a more inclusive, non-discriminatory program for artisans,

Tamil Nadu chief minister M K Stalin has rejected the central government's PM Vishwakarma scheme. Stalin stated that the scheme, in its current form,

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin rejected the central government's PM Vishwakarma scheme, citing caste-based discrimination. He announced the state's plan to create a more inclusive program supporting all artisans,