Kozhikode and Palakkad mark vibrant openings of ‘Ente Keralam' and Saras Mela
Kozhikode and Palakkad mark vibrant openings of 'Ente Keralam' and Saras Mela
In
Kozhikode
, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan inaugurated the 'Ente Keralam' Exhibition and the
Kudumbashree
National
Saras Mela
, marking the beginning of a vibrant showcase of Kerala's culture, entrepreneurship, and community initiatives.
During his address, he specifically mentioned that the launch of 350,000 enterprises under the "Year of Entrepreneurship" initiative demonstrates Kerala's supportive environment for businesses.
He also underscored the critical contribution of Kudumbashree, with its extensive network of nearly 5 million women, to local entrepreneurship and economic growth, referencing the ₹270 crore allocated in the state budget for their activities and calling them the "backbone of entrepreneurship."
The event was presided over by minister P A Mohamed Riyas, who stated the government's success in realising ambitious projects and announced the expected completion of National Highway 66 by December 2025, also pointing to the visible progress in Kozhikode. Minister A K Saseendran, the chief guest, lauded the Saras Mela as a representation of Kudumbashree's accomplishments and noted the unprecedented development achieved by the state over the past nine years.
The 'Ente Keralam' Exhibition and Marketing Fair at Kozhikode Beach commenced with considerable enthusiasm, attracting thousands of people on its opening day. The fair featured over 200 stalls organised by various government departments, providing a direct view of the developmental and welfare efforts and the socio-economic progress in Kerala over the last nine years. This event continued to run until May 12th at Kozhikode Beach.
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In Palakkad, the 'Ente Keralam' Exhibition and Marketing Fair began at the ground near the Palakkad Stadium Bus Stand and was inaugurated by minister K Krishnankutty, with minister M B Rajesh presiding over the function. Minister Krishnankutty commented on the state government's dedication to development despite external pressures, highlighting initiatives aimed at eradicating extreme poverty and expanding electricity access to all tribal areas.
He also mentioned the advancement in increasing the state's power generation capacity to 10,000 MW. The Palakkad fair offered a diverse range of activities, including a job fair by the Employment Exchange, free counseling by the Women and Child Development Department, a police dog show, Kudumbashree's exchange market, a fish spa, and various exhibitions and stalls from different departments, including a significant presence from the Industries Department with a helpline for entrepreneurs and displays of handloom-crafts and electrical equipment.
Additionally, cultural programs were scheduled daily.
The inaugurations of the 'Ente Keralam' Exhibition and Marketing Fair
The inaugurations of the 'Ente Keralam' Exhibition and Marketing Fair were part of the Kerala State Government's fourth anniversary celebrations. These events took place in both Kozhikode and Palakkad and marked a significant occasion. These inaugurations across different districts highlight the government's commitment to showcasing its achievements and fostering public interaction with its initiatives.
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