RAMBAN, SEPTEMBER 8: Deputy Commissioner Mohammad Alyas Khan today chaired the meeting of the District Level Implementation Committee (DLIC) under the ambitious Mission YUVA initiative. The meeting was convened to evaluate applications and extend financial support to local youth for establishing viable business ventures, thereby giving a major push to self-employment in the district.
The Committee undertook a detailed block-wise review of applications received under Mission YUVA, scrutinizing them for eligibility and project feasibility. A roadmap was also charted to empower the district’s youth with sustainable livelihood opportunities.
The meeting was attended by GM DIC Ravinder Anand; Assistant Director Employment & Career Counseling Officer Amit Kumar; Lead District Manager Ramban and other concerned officers.
As many as 200 applications, verified by the Small Business Development Unit (SBDU), were placed before the committee. After comprehensive evaluation, based on eligibility norms, project feasibility and socio-economic background of applicants, all 200 cases were approved for financial assistance and mentorship support under the Mission.
Speaking on the occasion, the Deputy Commissioner termed Mission YUVA “a ray of hope for the youth” and said that by providing access to credit facilities and handholding support, the Government aims to nurture entrepreneurship and reduce dependency on government jobs. “The district administration is committed to reaching every eligible youth and fostering a culture of self-reliance,” he added.
The Deputy Commissioner also directed the District Nodal Officer JKEDI and the General Manager DIC to fast-track preparation and verification of Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) to ensure pending applications are processed without delay.
The Assistant Labour Commissioner informed the Deputy Commissioner that so far 907 cases have been approved under Mission YUVA in Ramban district.
