10 Dec Massive Carpet Scheme By : Handicrafts and Handloom Date : 10-12-2020 Massive Carpet Scheme was introduced in the J&K state in the year 1976 with the aim and objective to extend the training programme to both rural and urban areas in order to generate employment. The scheme was sponsored and funded by the state and centre government. Massive carpet scheme is under implementation in J&K and is running 15 Mirzapuri training centers in Jammu division each having intake capacity of 25 trainees, the duration of training course is of 18 months. The centers are momentary in nature depending upon the availability of trainees. If there are sufficient number of trainees available at one place, the center may be stationed at the same place for 2 or 3 sessions. The trainees are provided with stipends of Rs. 500/- per month.