- PM Viksit Rojgar Yojana (PMVRY) is working to create over 3.5 crore jobs across the country, with special focus on North Bengal’s tea sector.
- Financial benefits are available for EPFO-registered employers who hire new staff to boost jobs in labour-intensive industries.
- Planned visits and talks with stakeholders will help make sure the scheme runs smoothly and supports workers long-term.
Prime Minister Viksit Rojgar Yojana is a strong scheme aiming to improve job opportunities, especially in the tea plantations and manufacturing areas of North Bengal. Started by the Siliguri Regional EPFO, this plan will begin from August 1, 2025, focusing on helping workers and supporting industries in this key region. Details about who can apply, financial incentives, and how to take part show a hopeful future for job growth under PMVRY.
Main Features of PM Viksit Rojgar Yojana
PM Viksit Rojgar Yojana aims to create many jobs across India, especially in sectors that can quickly add new positions. It has a big budget of Rs 99,446 crore set aside to reward employers. The scheme plans to generate over 3.5 crore jobs in the next two years.
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Job Growth in Tea Plantations and Manufacturing
North Bengal’s tea plantations are very important to the local economy and need many workers. PMVRY targets these plantations and bidi and manufacturing industries to speed up job creation. This focus means new jobs will directly help the region’s main industries.
Who Can Apply and Benefits for Employers
Only employers registered with the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) can get benefits from PMVRY. The scheme encourages hiring by giving financial rewards. Employers with fewer than 50 employees must hire at least two new workers who stay employed for six months. Bigger employers with 50 or more workers must hire at least five new staff members.
How PMVRY Helps Workers and Job Creation
Besides creating jobs, the scheme strengthens social security by supporting EPF contributions for new employees. This helps workers by making jobs more secure and stable. PMVRY is expected to keep jobs steady while helping important sectors grow.
How Employers Can Join PM Viksit Rojgar Yojana
Employers who want to join PMVRY should first make sure they are registered with the EPFO. After hiring new employees as per the scheme’s rules, they can apply to get government incentives. They must keep the new workers employed for at least six months to keep getting benefits.
Visits and Inspections in Tea Estates
The Siliguri Regional EPFO has planned visits and talks with tea estate managers and workers to make the scheme work well. Permission has been asked to inspect EPF contributions to make sure the scheme is used properly. Regular talks will let stakeholders share concerns and encourage following PMVRY rules.