“Revival of 7 heritage craft courses with enrolment of 500 students proposed in 15 ITIs , Polytechnics”

Srinagar : The Government of Jammu and Kashmir, led by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, has approved the “Chief Minister’s Scheme for Introduction of Heritage Courses” aimed at preserving and promoting the rich traditional crafts of J&K through structured vocational education. As per the Government Order issued by the Department of Skill Development, sanction has been accorded for the continuation and revival of seven heritage craft courses across 25 units with a total intake capacity of 500 students—20 students per unit—across 15 Government ITIs and Polytechnics in Jammu and Kashmir. Under the scheme, students enrolled in these courses will receive a monthly stipend of ₹1,000, while instr

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