The micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) are the backbone of the state's economic development, said Uttar Pradesh MSME Minister Bhupendra Chaudhary in Kanpur on Friday. He conducted a detailed assessment of employment-oriented and enterprise promotion schemes, including Mukhyamantri Yuva Udyami Vikas Abhiyan, Mukhyamantri Yuva Swarojgar Yojana, ODOP Margin Money Yojana, Pradhanmantri Rojgar Srijan Karyakram, Vishwakarma Shram Samman Yojana, and ODOP Training and Toolkit Yojana. The progress of the Flatted Factory Complex, Common Facility Centre, ODOP Samanya Suvidha Kendra, and the PLEDGE scheme was also reviewed.
Review Meeting at Directorate of Industries
During a review meeting with departmental officials at the Directorate of Industries and Enterprise Promotion in Kanpur, the minister emphasized that benefits of these schemes must reach the last person in society. He directed officials to ensure wide publicity so that maximum people, both in rural and urban areas, are connected with these schemes. New employment opportunities for youth should be created by promoting small industries, he added.
Focus on Banking Issues and Targets
Chaudhary also called for swift resolution of banking-related problems in employment-oriented schemes. He asked all officials to pay special attention to achieving 100% targets of the schemes and maximizing employment generation. The meeting included detailed discussions on the achievements of the Uttar Pradesh MSME Promotion Policy-2022, targets for the financial year 2026-27, and budgetary provisions.
New Zones and Schemes
Information was shared on the progress of the proposed 'Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Audyogik evam Employment Zone' and the 'One District One Cuisine' scheme. Commissioner and Director of Industries, K Vijayendra Pandian, presented the departmental structure and progress of various schemes. Member of Legislative Council Santosh Singh was also present.
