A significant partnership has been established between the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment (MoSJE) and the National Safai Karamcharis Finance and Development Corporation (NSKFDC). Through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the fiscal years 2023-24 and 2024-25, this collaboration is set to bring about positive changes in the lives of Safai Karamcharis, Manual Scavengers, Waste Pickers, and their families.
The primary objective of this strategic alliance is to elevate the socio-economic status of these marginalized communities by empowering them and addressing their specific needs across the country.
More About the MoU between MoSJE and NSKFDC
The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) reflects a strong commitment towards promoting inclusive growth by efficiently allocating and utilizing funds for targeted welfare initiatives.
- This collaborative effort aims to amplify various programs that focus on ensuring the well-being of Safai Karamcharis, Manual Scavengers, Waste Pickers, and their families.
- These dedicated workers labor tirelessly, often in challenging conditions, to maintain cleanliness in our surroundings.
- The National Safai Karamcharis Finance and Development Corporation (NSKFDC), a key organization in this endeavor, will work closely with the Ministry to ensure transparent and effective utilization of the allocated funds.
- By combining their expertise and resources, this partnership aims to implement impactful programs that empower and uplift these marginalized communities.
The signing of this MoU reflects a shared vision of creating equal opportunities and contributing to societal progress. Both entities are enthusiastic about pooling their collective efforts to bring about positive changes, fostering an environment where every individual can thrive and contribute to the nation’s growth.
About the National Safai Karamcharis Finance & Development Corporation
The National Safai Karamcharis Finance and Development Corporation (NSKFDC) is a wholly owned government of India undertaking under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (MoSJE). It was set up in January 1997 as a non-profit company under Section 25 of the Companies Act, 1956.
The NSKFDC aims to provide financial assistance and development support to safai karamcharis (manual scavengers) and their dependants. It also provides training and capacity building to safai karamcharis to enable them to take up alternative employment opportunities.
Financial products and services available to safai karamcharis
- Loans for self-employment
- Loans for housing
- Loans for education
- Loans for medical expenses
- Microinsurance products
Training and capacity-building programs for safai karamcharis
- Training in alternative employment opportunities
- Training in entrepreneurship
- Training in financial literacy
- Training in health and hygiene
The NSKFDC has been instrumental in improving the lives of safai karamcharis and their families. It has helped to provide them with financial assistance, training, and capacity building.
The NSKFDC is committed to the elimination of manual scavenging and the promotion of the welfare of safai karamcharis. It is working towards a future where safai karamcharis are able to live a life of dignity and self-respect, free from the indignity of manual scavenging.
Key achievements of the NSKFDC
- It has disbursed loans worth over Rs. 1,000 crore to safai karamcharis.
- It has trained over 1 lakh safai karamcharis in alternative employment opportunities.
- It has helped to create over 50,000 self-employment opportunities for safai karamcharis.
- It has helped to improve the living conditions of over 1 lakh safai karamcharis.
The NSKFDC is a valuable organization that is making a real difference in the lives of safai karamcharis. It is an important part of the government’s efforts to eliminate manual scavenging and promote the welfare of safai karamcharis.
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