In partnership with the UP government, the company will help certified artisans become independent jewellery entrepreneurs through training, market access and business support.

PC Jeweller has unveiled a new initiative aimed at transforming the livelihoods of 1,000 traditional goldsmiths across Uttar Pradesh by helping them evolve into full-fledged jewellery entrepreneurs. The programme is being rolled out in collaboration with the state government under the CM Yuva Udyami Yojana and is aligned with the central government’s PM Vishwakarma Scheme.

Targeting certified artisans from rural and semi-urban areas, the initiative seeks to bridge the gap between traditional craftsmanship and modern retail standards. Participating goldsmiths will receive comprehensive support, including design guidance, branding assistance, marketing exposure and training in contemporary business practices.

The company will also introduce artisans to digital tools, organised retail frameworks and customer engagement techniques—skills considered essential for operating within the formal jewellery market. In addition, PC Jeweller will facilitate market linkages to help goldsmiths extend their reach beyond local buyers and tap into broader consumer networks.

By enabling artisans to establish structured jewellery businesses, the programme is expected to enhance their income stability and create sustainable growth opportunities within the industry. The initiative supports ongoing government efforts to promote entrepreneurship among traditional craftspeople while strengthening local jewellery manufacturing capabilities.

Uttar Pradesh remains an important hub for jewellery craftsmanship, and this collaboration is poised to boost grassroots enterprise development while preserving artisanal heritage within the organised jewellery sector.