30,000 Women Entrepreneurs To Connect With SGCCI Mission 84: NITI Aayog

ENA State 2023-10-18 13:59:26 Surat, Oct 18 (KNN) About 30,000 women entrepreneurs registered in the Women Entrepreneurship Programme run by the Government of India will be linked with the Global Connect Mission 84 project launched by the Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SGCCI), revealed NITI Aayogs senior advisor, Dr. Anna Roy. During her visit to SGCCI in Surat, Roy announced a concerted effort to empower women through the Women Entrepreneurship Programme initiated by the Government of India. The Government has launched over 500 schemes designed to promote womens empowerment and provide them with the tools for financial independence. Highlighting the significance of this initiative, Dr. Roy mentioned that the Government of India has designated four cities, including Surat, as Growth Hubs. These cities, which also include Mumbai, Varanasi, and Vizag, and are part of a larger vision to transform Surat into a world-class city by 2047. Dr. Roy engaged in detailed discussions about the citys development in various sectors, such as health, education, and business and industry. The focus was on the kind of development required to elevate Surat to the status of a leading livable city worldwide. These deliberations reflect the governments commitment to holistic progress and quality of life. Abhilesh Babal, a member of the NITI Aayog team, emphasized the potential for developing the tourism industry in South Gujarat, including Surat. He stressed that tourism could be a powerful tool for empowering women in rural areas and generating employment for local communities. The goal is to position Surat as a hub for outbound tourism. Ramesh Vaghasia, the President of SGCCI, provided a comprehensive overview of the SGCCI Global Connect Mission 84 project. He explained the vital role this initiative plays in strengthening Indias economy. He also highlighted the forthcoming launch of an online international platform under the Mission 84 project. This platform aims to boost exports from across India, with a specific focus on the Gujarat region. (KNN Bureau) 35186 https://knnindia.co.in/news/newsdetails/state/30000-women-entrepreneurs-to-connect-with-sgcci-mission-84-niti-aayog 2023-10-18 13:59:26 knnindia.co.in 30,000 Women Entrepreneurs To Connect With SGCCI Mission 84: NITI Aayog