MeitY: Government welfare schemes now more accessible with the partnership of MeitY and CAIT

The CSC e-Governance Services, under the ministry of electronics and IT, and the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) on Thursday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to collaborate to expand last-mile access to government social security schemes.

This strategic partnership seeks to empower traders and citizens across India by facilitating their registration under schemes such as National Pension System (NPS), Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maan-Dhan Yojana, Atal Pension Yojana, Pradhan Mantri SVANidhi Scheme, DigiPay Sakhi, and Pradhan Mantri Vishwakarma Yojana, the two said in a joint statement.

“As part of the initiative, CSC SPV (common services centre special purpose vehicle) will organise dedicated camps in collaboration with CAIT to directly connect traders and the public with these schemes. This effort aims to secure the financial future of millions while streamlining access to government welfare programs,” they said.

CSCs are a network of access points for the delivery of essential public utility services, social welfare schemes, healthcare, financial, education and agriculture services, and a host of B2C services to citizens in rural and remote areas of the country.

“Our mission is to transform lives in remote areas by empowering local communities. This MoU further reinforces CSC’s role in advancing social empowerment,” said Sanjay Rakesh, managing director and CEO of CSC e-Governance.

There are about six lakh CSCs in the country.

CAIT represents over 9 crore traders across the country through more than 48,000 trade federations and associations.The initiative underscored the two organisations’ shared commitment to uplifting India’s trading community through technology-driven and socially impactful initiatives, the statement said.

CAIT secretary general Praveen Khandelwal, said the MoU marks a transformative step in empowering the trading community, who are the backbone of the economy but face challenges in accessing welfare schemes due to limited awareness and accessibility.

“With the extensive reach of CSC’s digital infrastructure and CAIT’s vast network of over 9 crore traders, this initiative not only secures the financial future of millions but also fosters a more inclusive and socially empowered trading community. This partnership reflects the government’s vision of financial inclusion and will play a significant role in building a stronger, self-reliant India,” said CAIT national president, BC Bhartia.