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The Hindu
14-05-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Focus on tourism, aim for 15 per cent growth in Palnadu: Lanka Dinakar
State 20-Point Programme Committee Chairperson Lanka Dinakar directed officials to work towards achieving a 15 per cent growth rate in Palnadu district. Addressing a review meeting with department heads at the Collectorate in Narasaraopet on Wednesday, he emphasised the untapped potential of tourism in the region, highlighting the scope for temple tourism, Buddhist heritage sites, and scenic spots like Nagarjuna Sagar and Kondaveedu Fort. Dinakar urged the preparation of detailed project reports (DPRs) to attract government funding and private investment in tourism. He reviewed multiple departments including Agriculture, Housing, Animal Husbandry, DWMA, and Rural Development, stressing the need to implement Central and State welfare schemes effectively. He called for the expansion of natural farming from 50,000 to 1.25 lakh acres and increased awareness on the PM Fasal Bima Yojana. Expressing concern over non-functional water taps under the Jal Jeevan Mission, he questioned the rationale behind incomplete infrastructure projects. Dinakar instructed officials to promote the PM Surya Ghar solar scheme, ensure the benefits of schemes like PM Vishwakarma and drone subsidies reach eligible beneficiaries, and curb misappropriation in free rice distribution. District Collector P. Arun Babu, meanwhile, assured steps to deliver services efficiently and eliminate poverty through proper implementation of the 20-Point Programme.
Time of India
13-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Sitharaman reviews financial inclusion schemes
(You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday reviewed the progress of the government's financial inclusion schemes. The meeting, chaired by Sitharaman, was attended by Department of Financial Services (DFS) Secretary M Nagaraju and other officials."The Finance Minister emphasised the need to strengthen financial inclusion initiatives by bringing the masses within their ambit and stressed the importance of enhancing customer experience across banking services," DFS said in a post on schemes which were reviewed include Jan Dhan Yojana, Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana, Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana, Atal Pension Yojana, and PM Vishwakarma, among others.
Hans India
02-05-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Industrial parks worth Rs 500 cr soon in ASR dist
Paderu (ASR District): Alluri Sitarama Raju district collector AS Dinesh Kumar organised a video conference with district industries officials, as well as agriculture, horticulture, and Transco department officials to discuss the establishment of these parks. Addressing the conference, the collector has directed officials to prepare proposals for the establishment of industrial parks worth Rs 500 crore in the district. He said that the Anakapalli district collector had identified 250 acres in Golugonda mandal for setting up an industrial park. He also announced the establishment of a flatted factory complex in Araku. This complex will provide facilities for processing coffee, pepper, turmeric, millets, and other tribal products under the Araku brand name. The Collector emphasised the promotion of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the region. He reviewed the progress of schemes such as PM Vishwakarma, MSME surveys, and the acceptance of PMEGP applications, as well as the subsidies being provided by the government. District Industries Officer G Ravi Shankar, Assistant Director Ramanarao, Agriculture Officer SBS Sand, District Horticulture Officer P Ramesh Kumar Rao, and other officials were present.
Time of India
23-04-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Mysuru attracted Rs 1,800cr investments in 3 yrs
Mysuru: Mysuru district drew Rs 1,800 crore in investments over the last three years with the establishment of 11,471 industries. This development generated nearly 28,000 direct and indirect jobs, making chief minister Siddaramaiah's home district a major hub for industrial activity. With Mysuru developing rapidly after Bengaluru, with better road, rail, and air connectivity, coupled with the availability of drinking water and land, it has attracted investors, industrialists, and entrepreneurs. The industrial-friendly, conducive atmosphere also boosted the promotion of industries. Mysuru is also known for tourism and has emerged as an education, health care, and yoga hub. According to the department of industries and commerce, the district attracted an investment of Rs 404 crore with the establishment of 2,823 major, small, and minor industries in 2022-23, creating 7,001 jobs. It attracted an investment of Rs 601 crore with the establishment of 3,276 industries in 2023-24, creating 8,245 jobs for individuals. It has attracted Rs 795 crore with the establishment of 5,372 industries in 2024-25 so far, creating 11,700 jobs. So far, Mysuru district has attracted an investment of Rs 17,026 crore with the establishment of 38,903 major, small, and minor industries, providing both direct and indirect jobs for 3,07,644 individuals. Industrial areas developed by the district administration, such as Hebbal, Hootagally, Belagola, Belavadi, Nanjangud, Thandavapura, Koorgalli, Kadakola, Yadavagiri, Metagally, and Hinakal, even taluk headquarters' surroundings like Hunsur and Nanjangud, are attracting investors. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo The industrial estates established by govt in Mysuru for automobiles, electronics and electricals, chemicals, food processing, leather industries, paper and printing, rubber and plastics, textiles, and several other industrial parks are attracting investors. The Union govt-sponsored programmes like PM Vishwakarma and PMEGP (Prime Minister Employment Generation Programme) for entrepreneurship development have all given a big boost to the promotion of industries in Mysuru. Around 1.8 lakh individuals have registered under the PM Vishwakarma scheme that aims at supporting artisans working in more than 18 traditional trades, including carpentry, tailoring, metallurgy, laundry and washing, and several other sectors. About 20,000 registered for jobs under the PMEGP scheme. Speaking to TOI, joint director of industries and commerce Shivalingaiah said Mysuru district attracted an investment of Rs 1,800 crore with job creation for 28,000 individuals in the last three years. "The department has been registering the establishment of new industries every month and sanctioning an average of Rs 50 crore every month for the establishment of micro and minor industries. In recent years, women entrepreneurs are also coming forward along with SC and ST entrepreneurs for the establishment of industries after govt started providing loans with an annual interest rate of 5% per annum for them," he said. Mysuru Chambers of Commerce and Industries president KB Lingaraju said Mysuru started witnessing an increase in the registration of small-scale industries over the last five years, along with job creation, after both Union and state govts started to encourage entrepreneurs under Make in India, startup ecosystem, promotion of swadeshi, and marketing of products.
