Archive · 17 Sep 2025
Bihar Transfers Funds to Construction Workers on Vishwakarma Puja
The Bihar government gave about Rs 802 crore to over 16 lakh construction workers.
Each worker received Rs 5,000 under the Annual Clothing Assistance Scheme.
This event occurred on Vishwakarma Puja.
The scheme started in 2020 to help workers.
The government also launched a new program called the Mukhyamantri Pratigya Yojna, which will provide internship opportunities for youth to gain practical experience and improve employment prospects.
Bihar government transferred approximately Rs 802 crore to 16.4 lakh construction workers.
The fund transfer was part of the Annual Clothing Assistance Scheme.
Each registered construction worker received Rs 5,000.
The scheme was launched in 2020.
The government launched the Mukhyamantri Pratigya Yojna, offering internship opportunities.
- Who
- Bihar construction workers
- What
- Received funds under the Annual Clothing Assistance Scheme
- When
- On Vishwakarma Puja, September 17
- Where
- Bihar, India
- Why
- To provide financial assistance to construction workers
- Scheme
- Annual Clothing Assistance Scheme
- Total Amount Transferred
- Rs 802 crore
- Workers Benefitted
- 16.4 lakh
- Amount Per Worker
- Rs 5,000
- Launch Year
- 2020
- Portal Launched
- Mukhyamantri Pratigya Yojna
