The Times of India

UP government's USTTAD scheme for artisans: Check eligibility, free training, stipend and other benefits

The USTTAD scheme aims to preserve India's rich traditional arts and crafts. It upgrades artisan skills and connects them to national and international markets. Minority youth are trained in traditional crafts through a guru-shishya model. Beneficiaries receive stipends and access to credit and market platforms. This initiative ensures a sustainable future for these valuable cultural practices.