Shillong, Oct 13: Chief Minister Conrad Sangma launched the CM-ELEVATE an Integrated event in Tura on Friday.
The programme is aimed at engaging, employing, and empowering the youth of Meghalaya through entrepreneurship. The day also marked the distribution of cheques under YESS Meghalaya Initiative.
The programme was initiated after a welcome speech by Jagdish Chelani, Deputy Commissioner of West Garo Hills.
Conrad said the CM-Elevate is a flagship initiative designed to make the youth, the partners in the development of the state.
“We have set ambitious goals, with the intention of creating entrepreneurship opportunities for over 20,000 individuals in the span of three years, across sectors such as agriculture, horticulture, tourism, and more. This initiative comes with a total investment of approximately 300 crores over three years.”
He said the government is providing financial support ranging from 35 to 75 percent of the project cost to mitigate the risks associated with credit. He called upon individuals from Meghalaya, registered entities, and non-registered collectives, such as Self-Help Groups (SHGs), Village Organizations (VOs), and Producer Groups (PGs) from Meghalaya, to apply for the scheme.
He added that Tourism Department is offering four remarkable schemes under CM-Elevate. The Green Villa Scheme, the Homestay Scheme, the Motorhome Meghalaya Scheme, and the PRIME Tourism Vehicle Scheme are set to transform tourism sector. These initiatives not only provide subsidies but also create job opportunities. The government is anticipating around 700 direct employment opportunities and numerous indirect jobs, benefiting the youth of Meghalaya, he said.
