Minister of State for MSME Visits KVIC Bengaluru to Empower Artisans

Hon. Minister of State for MSME and Labour, Sushri Shobha Karandlaje, visited KVIC in Bengaluru, emphasizing the importance of empowering artisans and traditional industries. Under PM Modi's leadership, the Khadi and Village Industry sector has seen significant growth, with a 447% increase in sales and 49% in employment over the past 11 years. The minister highlighted initiatives aimed at improving livelihoods for rural artisans, particularly among SC/ST and women, and discussed the distribution of tools and equipment to support various village industries.

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APEDA Launches First Sea Shipment of Botanical-Infused Millet Foods to New Zealand

The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) facilitated the maiden sea shipment of botanical-infused, ready-to-cook millet functional foods from Karnataka to New Zealand. This milestone underscores the expanding opportunities for India's millet-based agricultural exports, bolstered by participation in APEDA-supported international trade fairs. Source: Original Link