Mission YUVA: First DLIC meeting approves 30 business proposals at Samba

SAMBA, JUNE 09: The first meeting of the District Level Implementation Committee (DLIC) for Mission YUVA was convened here today. District Development Commissioner Rajesh Sharma chaired the meeting to review and approve applications submitted under the Mission YUVA scheme by the Small Business Development Unit (SBDU) and assess the applications forwarded by Business Help Desks (BHDs).

The meeting was attended by General Manager District Industries Centre, AD Employment, District Nodal Officer JKEDI, DDM NABARD, LDM and other concerned officers.

A total of 30 business proposals, verified by the SBDU, were placed before the Committee and subsequently approved for financial assistance under the Mission YUVA.

Each application was scrutinized thoroughly based on eligibility, business viability and the socio-economic background of the applicants.

Speaking at the meeting, the DC emphasized the importance of promoting self-employment among local youth, particularly those from underprivileged and marginalized sections of society. He directed all departments to ensure timely disbursement of financial support, continuous monitoring and proper mentoring to ensure the sustainability of the ventures. He also stressed the need for enhanced outreach and awareness to ensure wider participation under the scheme.

The meeting concluded with a shared commitment to encouraging the youth-led entrepreneurship and supporting sustainable livelihood creation through the effective and coordinated implementation of Mission YUVA in the district.