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Time of India
19 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Mission Shakti signs MoU to modernise state's weaving heritage
1 2 Bhubaneswar: The department of Mission Shakti on Tuesday signed an MoU with the Weavers' Service Centre under the Union govt to revive and modernise Odisha's weaving heritage. The collaboration aimed to transform women-led self help groups (SHGs) into sustainable weaving enterprises by providing them with modern training, design support, and national and global market access. Deputy chief minister Pravati Parida, who attended the MoU signing event at the Mission Shakti Bhawan auditorium, said the initiative would enable women weavers to turn their creative skills into viable businesses. "Our mothers are making Odisha proud across the nation. Through this partnership, we want to offer them dignified, income-generating opportunities as we move towards the goal of creating Lakhpati Didis," she said. The MoU is expected to strengthen the entire textile value chain in Odisha by focusing on design mentoring, skill development, and branding. The initiative will particularly benefit SHGs engaged in weaving, tailoring, embroidery, and home-based textile production. Commissioner-cum-secretary of Mission Shakti, Shalini Pandit, said the programme will create an enabling ecosystem for women to innovate and market their products more effectively. "Thousands of women already took up textile-based livelihoods like weaving, tailoring, embroidery, and home-based production. This partnership will give them the design, training, and market-ready innovations for SHG members," she said. The collaboration will include the development of contemporary multi-colour paper designs, trend-based product prototyping, and digital cataloguing of SHG products. The Weavers' Service Centre will provide expert guidance on aesthetics, finishing, and enterprise readiness. SHG products will also receive professional photography and digital cataloguing support to enhance both online and offline visibility. Deputy director of the weavers' service centre Bikash Kumar said Odisha's handloom sector has immense potential and national visibility. "This partnership will provide fresh dimensions to Odisha's creativity while contributing to the growth of India's handloom economy," he added. With over 16 lakh women already recognised as Lakhpati Didis, Odisha continues to lead in women-led development through flagship initiatives such as Subhadra Shakti Melas, Subhadra Shakti Cafés, and the One District One Product cluster model, official sources said.
News18
3 days ago
- Politics
- News18
Yogi Adityanath Becomes Longest-Serving UP CM, Overtaking Govind Ballabh Pant
Last Updated: CM Yogi Adityanath is known for his strong Hindutva ideology and emphasis on law and order. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has become the longest-serving CM of the state, having completed eight years and 132 days in office, surpassing the tenure of Govind Ballabh Pant. CM Yogi assumed the office as the CM of the state for the first time on March 19, 2017, by becoming the 21st Chief Minister. He was re-elected for a second term in March 2022, becoming the first CM in Uttar Pradesh's history to return to power after completing a full five-year term. Besides being the CM of the state, he is also the Mahant (head priest) of the Gorakhnath Math, a prominent Hindu temple in Gorakhpur, which plays a key role in eastern UP's religious and political landscape. He has been holding the Mahant's position since September 2014, after the demise of Mahant Avaidyanath, his spiritual Guru. UP CM Yogi Adityanath became one of the youngest Indian parliamentarians in 1998 at the age of 26. Known for his strong Hindutva ideology, firm administrative style, and emphasis on law and order, Adityanath's tenure has focused on infrastructure development, religious tourism, industrial investment, and anti-crime operations. Under his leadership, initiatives like One District One Product (ODOP), Purvanchal and Bundelkhand Expressways, and a push for women's safety and empowerment have gained visibility. view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Tourism dept set to showcase state's heritage at UPITS 2025
Lucknow: To position UP as a global tourism hub, the state's tourism department launched extensive preparations for the Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show (UPITS) 2025. The event is due to take place at India Expo Mart in Greater Noida between Sep 25-29. Officials said, "For this, the department will establish a spacious stall spanning approximately 465 square metres in hall number seven. The stall will creatively display the state's heritage sites, temple architecture, thematic tourism circuits and PPP-based tourism projects, alongside showcasing local crafts and One District One Product (ODOP) items." To enhance visitor engagement, officials noted, "The department will introduce digital tourism tools such as mobile applications, websites and QR codes, facilitating easy access to information and seamless travel planning. The integration of technology with immersive visual storytelling aims to strengthen Uttar Pradesh's tourism brand image both nationally and internationally." The exhibition stall is designed with three open sides and features a stylish front façade, illuminated signage with CNC cutting, LED walls, modern lighting, carpeting and display units. Officials also revealed that the stall will include a VVIP lounge, meeting tables, coffee machines, a pantry and a reception counter to provide a comfortable experience for guests. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like American Investor Warren Buffett Recommends: 5 Books For Turning Your Life Around Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo To attract visitors, the stall will feature auto-navigation screens showcasing popular tourist destinations in Uttar Pradesh. An Augmented Reality (AR) based digital touch panel will allow visitors to take selfies with images of at least six famous tourist sites. A 10-15 square metre area within the stall will be allocated to live cultural performances. Preparations are on to host traditional dances such as Mayur Nritya from the Braj region, tribal dance forms from Sonbhadra and Lakhimpur, Bundeli Folk Dance from Jhansi and Kathak from the Lucknow Gharana.
Hans India
5 days ago
- Business
- Hans India
At upcoming UPITS 2025 event, UP to showcase its tourism potential to the world
Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Tourism department has set in motion large-scale preparations for the upcoming Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show (UPITS) 2025, set to take place from September 25 to 29, at the India Expo Mart in Greater Noida. The five-day mega event will see Uttar Pradesh projecting its tourism potential to the world by showcasing its rich cultural heritage and also its unique local products, traditional handicrafts. The move reflects Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's goal and objective to establish Uttar Pradesh as a global tourism hub. The UPITS-2025 is the flagship trade event of the Uttar Pradesh government, bringing together policymakers, global business leaders, trade representatives, and industry experts under one roof. The event will play a vital role in the state's journey towards achieving its one trillion-dollar economy target, with tourism being identified as a key growth sector. As part of the preparations, the Tourism Department is setting up an expansive stall that will showcase the state's heritage sites, temple architecture, thematic tourism circuits, and PPP-based tourism projects, alongside highlighting local crafts and One District One Product (ODOP) items. To enhance visitor engagement, the department will also introduce and promote digital tourism tools such as mobile applications, websites, and QR codes, allowing easy access to information and seamless travel planning. To attract visitors, the stall will include auto-navigation screens that showcase popular tourist destinations in UP. There will also be an Augmented Reality (AR) based digital touch panel where visitors can click selfies with images of at least six famous tourist sites. Preparations are also underway to host traditional dances like Mayur Nritya (from Braj region), tribal dance forms (from Sonbhadra and Lakhimpur), Bundeli Folk Dance (from Jhansi), and Kathak (Lucknow Gharana). Each day, there will be six short performances, each lasting around five minutes, with opportunities for visitors to click selfies with the artists. The Tourism department will also set up registration counters for event planning, B2B meetings, and 20 co-exhibitors. The Tourism department is working in mission mode to make UPITS 2025 a huge success. The goal is not only to present Uttar Pradesh's rich cultural diversity to the world, but also to boost the tourism sector and strengthen the economy. The event promises to be a memorable experience for millions of visitors and a significant milestone in promoting Uttar Pradesh as a top tourist destination.
News18
6 days ago
- Business
- News18
After Delhi, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, UPITS 2025 roadshow heads to Mumbai
Lucknow, Jul 24 (PTI) As part of a promotional campaign for the upcoming UP International Trade Show 2025, the fourth mega roadshow in the series will be held in Mumbai on Friday. The fourth mega roadshow at Mumbai, after Delhi, Hyderabad, and Bengaluru will not only open doors to new investment opportunities, but also highlight Uttar Pradesh's progressive business vision, an official statement issued here on Thursday said. MSME, Khadi and Village Industries Minister Rakesh Sachan will lead the event, supported by officials, who will showcase the state's transformational progress in infrastructure development, industry-friendly policies, and reforms aimed at enhancing Ease of Doing Business, it said. The program is expected to see participation from foreign diplomats, embassy representatives, business associations, international buyers, investors, tech startups, and the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). The Mumbai roadshow will feature sector-specific presentations from leading brands and enterprises in technology, electronics, IT, electric vehicles, agro and food processing, and the flagship One District One Product (ODOP) scheme. All these initiatives are part of the build-up to the UP International Trade Show 2025, to be held in Greater Noida from September 25 to 29, which aims to establish the state as a prominent player in the global business ecosystem under the theme 'Innovate, Integrate, Internationalize, the statement said. PTI ABN DRR view comments First Published: July 24, 2025, 14:15 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
