Current Context : West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee launched the Shramshree Scheme for returning migrant workers facing discrimination in other states.
ABOUT SHRAMEHREE SCHEME
- Purpose: Welfare scheme for rehabilitation of Bengali migrant workers.
- Key Aims:
- Provide monthly aid and social security.
- Ensure employment/self-employment within the state.
- Promote skill training and entrepreneurship.
- Benefits:
- Financial Support: ₹5,000/month (up to 1 year or till job secured).
- Job Cards: Employment under rural job schemes.
- Skill Training: For public/private job readiness.
- Self-Employment: Government loans and entrepreneurship training.
- Eligibility:
- Must be a Bengali migrant worker returning from another state.
- Must have a valid bank account for direct transfer.