The Ministry of Textiles, Central Government, introduced the Samarth Scheme 2026 to foster vocational training and job creation within the textile industry. Through this initiative, the government offers skill development to empower youth, ensuring long-term career opportunities for young people in the textile sector. Endorsed by the CCEA under the leadership of PM Narendra Modi, this program aims to train approximately 10 lakh Indian youth over an eight-year span from 2017 to 2025.
Latest Updates on the Samarth Scheme
The Ministry of Textiles has secured 119 partnerships to train 3.46 lakh individuals under the Samarth initiative. As stated by Darshana Jardosh, Minister of State for Textiles, on February 4, 2022, the Ministry has collaborated with 13 state agencies, 92 textile companies, 10 industry bodies, and 4 sectoral organizations to provide training. These partnerships were finalized following physical audits of training facilities.
Applications from state agencies and industry groups were invited in September 2021 and underwent a rigorous evaluation process. Funding for the scheme grew from Rs 72.06 crore in FY20 to Rs 90.70 crore in FY21.
The "Scheme for Capacity Building in Textile Sector (SCBTS)," commonly referred to as Samarth, aims to equip the workforce with the skills necessary for productive and stable employment within the textile industry.
Overview of Samarth Scheme 2026
Initially designed to enhance the capabilities of workers in traditional and organized textile hubs, the Samarth scheme focuses on training 10 lakh youths to help reach a $300 billion export target by FY 2025. The central government allocated Rs 1,300 crore to this initiative, which encompasses the entire textile value chain, excluding weaving and spinning.