Rs 58 Cr Approved Under Integrated Cluster Development Scheme To Boost MSMEs In Rajasthan

Jaipur, Jan 12 (KNN) The state industries department on Sunday approved grants worth nearly Rs 58 crore under the Integrated Cluster Development Scheme (ICDS) to strengthen micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), handicrafts and handloom sectors through technology upgradation, skill development and creation of common infrastructure.

A total of 10 projects across 10 clusters in nine districts were cleared, with the overall project cost estimated at Rs 69 crore. The state government will fund up to 100 per cent of the approved components, officials told TOI.

Common Facility Centres Across Seven Districts

As part of the initiative, Common Facility Centres (CFCs) equipped with modern machinery will be established in Bharatpur, Hanumangarh, Phalodi, Kotputli–Behror, Balotra, Dausa and Jaipur. 

These centres are expected to benefit more than 100 micro and small industrial units by improving access to shared infrastructure and advanced technology.

Skill Training for Artisans

In addition to infrastructure support, over 300 artisans from Jaipur, Churu and Jhunjhunu will receive specialised skill training. The state government will bear the entire training cost of approximately Rs 1.18 crore.

Sector-Specific Cluster Development

Industries Commissioner Suresh Kumar Ola said the initiative aims to improve product quality, enhance production capacity and expand market access for local enterprises. 

The approved projects include engineering fabrication clusters in Kotputli–Behror, textile processing in Balotra, stone carving clusters in Dausa and Bharatpur, home furnishings in Jaipur, agricultural equipment manufacturing in Hanumangarh, and agro-processing units in Phalodi.

Grant support for the projects ranges between 80 per cent and 100 per cent of the total cost, significantly easing the financial burden on participating units and enabling faster modernisation and growth.

(KNN Bureau)