Celebrating Entrepreneurship and Self-Employment in Jammu and Kashmir: Swarozgar Utsav Empowers Youth and Farmers
24th January 2024
Jammu, Jammu and Kashmir
Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha led a historic event on 24th January 2024, where Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) set a remarkable record by providing entrepreneurship and self-employment opportunities to 94,680 youth in a single day. Held at the Convention Centre in Jammu, just two days before the celebration of the 75th Republic Day, the event showcased the transformative impact of the Swarozgar Utsav initiative.
Empowering Youth through Entrepreneurship
The Swarozgar Utsav has witnessed an overwhelming response from J&K’s youth, who are eager to embrace entrepreneurship and contribute to the economic growth of the region. The initiative has provided sanction letters to establish new units and startups, enabling young individuals to pursue their entrepreneurial dreams. This significant step marks a transformative shift in the mindset of the youth, who are now aspiring to be job creators rather than job seekers.
Financial Empowerment of Farmers
The Ghar Ghar KCC Abhiyaan has made significant strides in extending financial support to farmers in J&K. The initiative has provided Kisan Credit Cards (KCCs) to over 2 lakh farmers, ensuring they have access to reliable, adequate, and affordable credit. This financial empowerment enables farmers to invest in their agricultural practices, adopt modern technologies, and increase their productivity.
Transforming J&K’s Economic Landscape
The Swarozgar Utsav and Ghar Ghar KCC Abhiyaan are pivotal initiatives in transforming J&K’s economic landscape. By providing entrepreneurship opportunities to the youth and financial support to farmers, these programs are laying the foundation for sustainable economic growth and prosperity. The initiatives align with the vision of making J&K a self-reliant and vibrant economy, where individuals have the opportunity to realize their full potential.
The Lt Governor’s Address
Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha congratulated the Jammu Kashmir Bank for their unwavering commitment to strengthening the spirit of the Ghar Ghar KCC Abhiyaan and Swarozgar Utsav. He emphasized the significance of these campaigns in empowering farmers and the youth, thereby propelling J&K towards economic prosperity. The Lt Governor expressed his belief that a new revolution is underway in the agriculture and allied sector, which will pave the way for the UT’s growth and success.
Conclusion
The Swarozgar Utsav and Ghar Ghar KCC Abhiyaan have set a new precedent in J&K, empowering individuals to take charge of their economic destiny. By providing entrepreneurship and self-employment opportunities to the youth and financial support to farmers, these initiatives are transforming the economic landscape of the region. The initiatives align with the vision of a self-reliant and prosperous J&K, where individuals have the opportunity to thrive and contribute to the overall growth of the UT.