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#EmpoweringIndia #YouthDevelopment Did you know that 65% of India's population is below 35? Investing in education and skill development is crucial to drive growth and secure a promising future for the nation. Here's how we can make a difference: - Enhance accessibility and quality of education - Promote vocational training opportunities - Foster a culture of entrepreneurship Your thoughts on empowering India's youth are valuable! Share your insights on #IndiaEmpowered #EducationMatters #SkillDevelopment #YouthPower #NationBuilding.

Role of MSMEs in ensuring sustainable, inclusive and responsible business and development in India. A very interesting video- blog by #ranjanadas on the role of MSMEs in the context of sustainable and responsible business. #nrfs #sustainablebusiness #MSME #responsiblebusiness

After attending many #networkingevents, #paneldiscussions, and #pitchsessions, I've witnessed a profound shift in my #perspective. Initially, I used to be there to be #visible, but now I've become more intentional about absorbing the knowledge and content shared. Some speakers impress with their articulation, others with their experience, while some resonate deeply on a personal level. Then there's Bal Krishna Joshi Sir, or Bal Dai as he prefers, who uniquely embodies all these #qualities. Meeting him at the #USYC Orientation in early April was a major highlight. As a panelist discussing the #democratization of #AI for economic growth, Bal Sir left an impressive impact. Here are my three key takeaways from his conversation: 1. Embrace #GlobalCitizenship : The debate about whether young Nepalis should leave the country for better #opportunities is ongoing, with around 3,000 leaving daily and nearly 1 million last year. Bal Sir offered a refreshing perspective—be a global citizen. Travel widely and gain global experience, but also leverage the #digitalage to bring opportunities and #resources back home. (It might not seem directly related, but if you’re curious about how we’re making our small efforts to create opportunities right here in Nepal, check out our passion project Parth Student Ventures —where we’re helping young Nepali #studentfounders turn their #dreams into #reality!) 2. Value the Power of #Data and #KPIs: From my #experience of working with some #startups, I understand the struggles of setting meaningful KPIs and using data effectively. Bal Dai stressed that regardless of a business’s stage, integrating data and AI is essential. It’s about building strong habits and crafting strategies that truly work. 3. #SupportiveFamily as Cherry on Top: It was heartwarming to see his family proudly attending the panel discussion and celebrating his achievements with pride. Their support was evident and added a special touch to his presentation and confidence .

 Celebrating MSME Day! Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) are the backbone of the global economy. Did you know that MSMEs represent over 90% of businesses worldwide and contribute to more than 50% of employment globally? Their role in fostering innovation, driving economic growth, and creating jobs is indispensable. On this #MSMEDay, let’s acknowledge and appreciate the incredible resilience and dynamism of MSMEs. They are the lifeblood of communities, driving sustainable development and inclusive growth. From local startups to family-run businesses, each MSME plays a crucial role in building stronger economies and more vibrant societies. Let's support and empower these enterprises as they continue to shape the future.  Key Facts: Ø 90% of businesses worldwide are MSMEs Ø Contribute over 50% of global employment Ø Play a significant role in GDP growth and innovation Let’s join hands to support MSMEs, ensuring they have the resources and opportunities to thrive. In current times of global uncertainties, it's time to live the MSME Day theme 2024 “Leveraging Power and Resilience of Micro-, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) to Accelerate Sustainable Development and Eradicate Poverty in Times of Multiple Crises.” We at SagePresage Consulting are committed to Empower MSMEs. MSME Business Forum India Ravi Nandan Sinha Kavita Adhikary INDIA - CANADA SME BUSINESS COUNCIL CanadianSME Small Business Hub #MSMEDay2024 #SupportMSMEs #EconomicGrowth #sme MSME & Startups Forum - Bharat MSME AFRICA #viksitbharat #womenenterpreneur #Innovation #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship #GlobalEconomy #SustainableDevelopment #InclusiveGrowth

WHAT ARE THE VISION AREAS OF DIGITAL INDIA? Digital India is a flagship programme of the Government of India with a vision to transform India into a digitally empowered society and knowledge economy. The programme focuses on three key areas: 🎯 Digital Infrastructure as a core utility to Every Citizen 🎯 Governance & Services on Demand 🎯 Digital Empowerment of Citizens In 2023, ASER explored different aspects of digital literacy in the rural context. To know more about the digital landscape in rural India and digital skills among youth, visit: https://lnkd.in/dgvaV8Tb Disha Trivedi Pratham Education Foundation Rukmini Banerji Ranajit Bhattacharyya #aser #aser2023 #youth #aspirations #education #learning #india #rural #future #futureofwork #guidance #schools #digital #youth #digitalliteracy #digitalskills #publicpolicy #socialpolicy #stories #impact #follow #creative #school #digitalliteracy #follow #digitalindia #goi #government #governance #empowerment 

🌟 On 19-12-2024, #MissionYUVA an inspiring program held at Government Degree College (GDC), Bhaderwah. Mission YUVA is dedicated to fostering entrepreneurship, skill development, and self-reliance among the youth of India. This transformative initiative provides mentorship, resources, and opportunities to ignite innovation and drive socio-economic progress in underserved regions. With a focus on bridging gaps in employability and promoting local enterprises, Mission YUVA empowers young individuals to become job creators rather than job seekers, paving the way for a resilient and prosperous future. #YouthEmpowerment #Entrepreneurship #SkillDevelopment #MissionYUVA National Career Service - India 🇮🇳 Ministry of Labour and Employment, GOI

Empowering India's Economic Future: The National Education Policy (NEP) of 2020 represents a transformative blueprint aimed at not just reforming but revolutionizing the educational landscape. By emphasizing holistic development, critical thinking, and skill enhancement from the grassroots level, NEP is poised to cultivate a highly skilled workforce equipped to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global economy. NEP stands as a beacon of hope and progress, steering India towards a knowledge-driven economy where innovation, sustainability, and inclusive growth are not just ideals but tangible realities. #NEP2020 #EducationReform #EconomicGrowth #Innovation #FutureReadyIndia #SkillsDevelopment #SustainableGrowth #GlobalCompetitiveness.

On World MSME Day, we reflect on the indispensable role of the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in enhancing economic diversity and resilience in India and worldwide. As catalysts for innovation and employment, #MSMEs are vital for promoting socio-economic stability across communities, enabling the unlocking of entrepreneurial potentials. MSMEs play a significant role in achieving the 2030 agenda for sustainable development goals, creating employment for youth, women and individuals from vulnerable groups, bridging gender gaps and ensuring women’s participation in the economy and society. At Upfront, we are committed to supporting the growth and development of MSMEs. Our approach involves facilitating access to essential resources, knowledge that enable these enterprises to scale effectively and operate sustainably. By building inclusive, sensitive and supportive environments that support MSME resilience, we help ensure that these businesses can adapt to evolving markets, fostering both inclusive businesses and thriving workforces. Ministry of Labour & Employment, Governme | Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Government of India | IFC - International Finance Corporation | The World Bank | Asian Development Bank (ADB) | International Labour Organization #WorldMSMEDay #EconomicGrowth #CommunitySupport

Today on International Youth Day, we are delighted to release our latest brochure of Work and Enterprise. AKRSP-India envisions to provide dignified employment opportunities to 50,000 rural youth, support 30,000 entrepreneurs to setup small businesses in rural areas and provide digital skills to 3,00,000 youth by 2030. The initiative aims to cater the changing aspirations of rural youth, harness the entrepreneurial potential of rural areas, create employment opportunities, and provide diversified sources of income to rural communities to help them adapt to the adverse impact of climate change and become part of the growing Indian economy. Our approach is based on direct intervention to develop better understanding and community connect, ownership, develop nurturing ecosystem, partner with employers and market players to co-create sustainable and impactful interventions. We invite generous funding partners, academic institutes, research and knowledge organisations, employers, industry bodies and social entrepreneurs to join us in transforming lives of rural youth, bridge the digital skills gap and help them realise entrepreneurial spirit to create a vibrant and equitable rural economy. #YouthDevelopment #YuvaJunction #InternationalYouthDay

#IIT Wake UP - You may be losing out! Many (non-IITians) trying to get to supportive ears in incubation cells in various IITs have known first-hand how closed the system is. Funding is reserved for their own tribe, thank you very much. After all, haven't they proven they are the best, most brilliant minds? The once-venerated-giant has become fat and arrogant, too blinded by its own brilliance to see the Sun beyond their doors. This morning I spoke to a student in an unknown University in a Tier-2 city not many associate with higher education. We were talking about a machine they are building to handle one of the biggest pollution issues in the country in a brilliant, carbon-negative manner. Yet another team is building another nature-based solution to what is a massive issue internationally and could bring very healthy export revenue to India. Both these teams are well funded, because expensive machines need to be built. Both will share copyrights and commercial success with the University - while the risks are taken entirely by the educational institute. I felt overjoyed. Who needs formal R&D budget allocations or angel investors? These small universities are seeing that India is brimming with brilliant ideas. Just because a child lives in a small city and is the son of a farmer does not mean he cannot grasp complex science. These kids are talking BIG ideas. They are getting the space and the support to play, experiment, tweak and are coming up with much-needed practical applications in the Sustainable space - which I believe will be the highest-growth space in the next 3 decades. Meanwhile the more established names can watch these smaller institutions become the next big things.