PMEGP and PMMY Initiatives for SC and Rural Entrepreneurs

The Ministry of MSME is implementing the Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP) to support rural and Scheduled Caste (SC) beneficiaries with higher subsidies and lower contributions for setting up micro enterprises. Additionally, the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) offers collateral-free loans up to ₹20 lakh for small enterprises across various sectors, facilitating financial support for income-generating activities.

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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