JKEDI boosts entrepreneurship, trains 258 under RAMP across J&K
Kashmir, December 18,2025:The Jammu and Kashmir Entrepreneurship Development Institute (JKEDI) has successfully concluded the fourth batch of Management Development Programmes (MDPs) under the Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) scheme across 13 districts of the Union Territory. The RAMP scheme is funded by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME), Government of India, […]
Naya J&K on the global stage: ₹13.5 crore sales at IITF 2025
Kashmir, 28 November 2025 — Jammu & Kashmir made a remarkable impression at the India International Trade Fair 2025, with its pavilion generating ₹13.50 crore in sales and attracting over 6,000 business leads. The showcase highlighted the Union Territory’s vibrant crafts, agro-products, and rapidly expanding entrepreneurial ecosystem, marking a milestone for Naya Jammu & Kashmir. […]
Aamina Rashid: Milking empowerment in Kupwara
Kupwara, October 25, 2025: In a remarkable example of women-led entrepreneurship, Aamina Rashid from Handwara is transforming rural livelihoods through her Dairy Farmer Producer Organization (FPO), which has united over 180 women across the region. Her initiative, rooted in the heart of Kupwara district, collects more than 500 liters of milk daily, creating a sustainable […]
SARAS Mela 2025: Empowering women entrepreneurs
Srinagar, October 09, 2025 – In a resounding endorsement of women empowerment and rural entrepreneurship, Minister for Agriculture Production, Rural Development, Panchayati Raj, Cooperative, and Election Departments, Javid Ahmad Dar, today inaugurated the SARAS Mela at Sher-e-Kashmir Park here, hailing it as a vital platform for rural women entrepreneurs to showcase their skills, forge market linkages, and bolster livelihood opportunities. Organised by the J&K Rural Livelihoods Mission under […]
Women from across India gather for Saras Mela at Srinagar’s Umeed marketplace
Kashmir, October 6,2025-The city of Srinagar, renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural heritage, recently witnessed a vibrant celebration of women entrepreneurship and artisanal craftsmanship through the Saras Mela 2025, held at the Umeed Marketplace. The event brought together women from different corners of India, creating a unique platform to showcase talent, foster economic […]
Saras Mela 2025: Crafting unity in Srinagar’s autumn glow
Srinagar, October 5, 2025-Nestled in the heart of Kashmir’s autumnal splendor, the Sher-i-Kashmir Park in #Srinagar has become a vibrant canvas for the #SarasMela, a grand showcase of India’s rural artistry and resilience. From October 4 to 14, 2025, this 11-day festival, organised by the Jammu & Kashmir Rural Livelihood Mission (JKRLM) under the Deen […]
From dreamers to doers: Mission YUVA fuels J&K’s entrepreneurial surge
Srinagar, June 30, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir’s youth are at the heart of a transformative entrepreneurial revolution with the launch of Mission YUVA (Yuva Udyami Vikas Abhiyan). Unveiled by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on June 28, 2025, at the Sher-e-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC) in Srinagar, this ambitious initiative targets the creation of 1.37 […]
Lakhpati didis and SRLMs to discuss rural prosperity in post-budget webinar
New Delhi, April 3, 2025 — The Ministry of Rural Development is set to host the third instalment of its Post-Budget Consultation Series, focusing on the transformative Rural Prosperity and Resilience Programme. The webinar, scheduled for April 4, 2025, at 2:30 p.m., will be chaired by Shri Shailesh Kumar Singh, Secretary of the Ministry, and […]
Empowering women, transforming lives: Haleema’s inspiring dairy farming journey in Budgam
Budgam, April 3, 2025 -In Shalina, BK Pora, Budgam district, Haleema has emerged as a symbol of resilience and self-reliance, carving a path to success through her dairy farming venture. Her journey, fuelled by determination and an entrepreneurial spirit, inspires women entrepreneurs across the Kashmir Valley, showcasing the transformative impact of women-led businesses in rural […]
SARAS Aajeevika Mela concludes in Jammu, boosts business for women SHGs
Jammu, March 1, 2025 – The SARAS Aajeevika Mela, a vibrant showcase of rural craftsmanship and entrepreneurship, concluded at Kala Kendra in Jammu, leaving a significant mark on the region’s rural economy. Organised by the Jammu & Kashmir Rural Livelihoods Mission under the Department of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, the 10-day event witnessed robust […]