New Delhi, May 24 -- The government's Samarth scheme has successfully trained 4.32 lakh beneficiaries and facilitated job placements for 3.20 lakh individuals, according to data released by the Ministry of Textiles.

The programme has demonstrated significant gender inclusivity, with women comprising more than 88 percent of all beneficiaries, highlighting its role in driving gender-inclusive development through empowerment in textile production, craftsmanship, and innovation.

The scheme's reach extends across the entire country, making skill development accessible from Jammu and Kashmir to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

This nationwide implementation aligns with the government's strategic focus on increasing textile manufacturing, mod...