{"id":15810,"date":"2026-03-30T20:54:48","date_gmt":"2026-03-30T20:54:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kashmirthunder.in\/?p=15810"},"modified":"2026-03-30T20:54:48","modified_gmt":"2026-03-30T20:54:48","slug":"mission-yuva-to-become-national-benchmark-for-self-emp-schemes-cm","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kashmirthunder.in\/index.php\/2026\/03\/30\/mission-yuva-to-become-national-benchmark-for-self-emp-schemes-cm\/","title":{"rendered":"Mission YUVA to become national benchmark for self-emp schemes: CM"},"content":{"rendered":"

Disburses <\/strong>\u20b9<\/strong>100 Cr in 3,003 cases, marks <\/strong>\u20b9<\/strong>1,000 Cr milestone; launches Credit Guarantee Fund, inaugurates 20 SBDUs<\/strong><\/p>\n

Jammu, Mar 30: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday expressed hope that Mission YUVA would emerge as a model for self-employment schemes across the country, asserting that Jammu and Kashmir aims to set a national benchmark in entrepreneurship-led development.<\/p>\n

The Chief Minister made these remarks while addressing the Yuva Mahotsav\u2014Mission YUVA programme held at the Convention Centre here, where he interacted with entrepreneurs and beneficiaries of the scheme.<\/p>\n

\u201cIn the future, not only should I believe this, but we have taken it as a mission that in the whole country, in all the states, if any self-employment or entrepreneurship scheme is used as an example, it should be the Jammu & Kashmir Mission Yuva Scheme. And from my side, and from the side of my colleagues, we will continue to help you as much as we can,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

He urged beneficiaries to stay connected with the scheme and continue to bring forward new ideas and expansion plans.<\/p>\n

Highlighting the importance of the initiative, the Chief Minister said unemployment remains the biggest and most complex issue facing Jammu and Kashmir.<\/p>\n

\u201cI would like to say a few words about the importance of this mission. We all know that there is a very big and complicated issue of unemployment in Jammu and Kashmir. You can see this issue everywhere in Jammu and Kashmir\u2014whether in the plains, hilly or remote areas,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

He reiterated that no country has solved unemployment solely through government jobs.<\/p>\n

\u201cI have always said that no country has solved the issue of unemployment through government employment. I am not saying that we will not provide government jobs, it is our duty. But we also know that we cannot provide government jobs to everyone. If we cannot provide them, then what? Should the government raise its hands? We cannot do this,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

Calling it a failure to do nothing beyond government hiring, the Chief Minister stressed the need to create opportunities for self-employment.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt is our duty to create a situation where people can create their own units. Instead of asking for jobs, you should be the ones who provide the jobs,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n

He said the government aims to empower youth so that they transition from job seekers to job providers.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe want to strengthen your hands so much that instead of asking for jobs, you yourselves start providing jobs to people,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

The Chief Minister highlighted that the scheme\u2019s success lies in its mission-mode implementation.<\/p>\n

\u201cWithin a year, if this scheme distributes \u20b91,000 crore. We could have called it a youth scheme or programme, but we used the word \u2018mission\u2019 because we have taken it in a mission mode,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

He added that working in mission mode brings seriousness, energy and renewed focus.<\/p>\n

\u201cSchemes will continue, but taking something in a mission mode is different. A new life and seriousness come into it,\u201d he noted.<\/p>\n

The Chief Minister expressed gratitude to J&K Bank for its crucial role in implementing the scheme.<\/p>\n

\u201cI am very thankful to J&K Bank because this is not possible without their support,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

He acknowledged the challenges faced by entrepreneurs in securing loans, including collateral requirements, guarantees and associated risks.<\/p>\n

\u201cThose who have opened units know how difficult it is to take a loan\u2014where to get collateral, who will guarantee it. There is always fear that if the business fails, families may lose their assets,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

He pointed out that even large industrialists face uncertainties, making risk a universal factor.<\/p>\n

\u201cEven big industrialists in this country have seen their businesses shut down. So, the fear is real,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah emphasised that the government\u2019s role goes beyond financial support.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur work is not just to give you a cheque. Even after that, we must support you, whether in marketing or expansion,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

Referring humorously to his own efforts to promote businesses, he said even small gestures can help.<\/p>\n

\u201cIf from my one tweet, their OTT platform gains two viewers, it is still something. If I go and eat ice cream somewhere and more people follow, that is also our work,\u201d he remarked.<\/p>\n

He acknowledged that entrepreneurship is challenging and not everyone may succeed.<\/p>\n

\u201cOpening and running a business is not easy. Not everyone can become an entrepreneur. But those who can should not face obstacles due to funding or DPR issues,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

The Chief Minister cited examples of young entrepreneurs, including a PhD from Srinagar who started a mobile car spa service.<\/p>\n

\u201cHe had the idea and education, but without funding, such ideas remain on paper,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

He also referred to the challenges of launching platforms like OTT services, noting their complexity and importance in promoting J&K\u2019s culture globally.<\/p>\n

Encouraging beneficiaries, the Chief Minister expressed hope that businesses would grow and generate employment.<\/p>\n

\u201cThose who have employed five people should employ 10\u201315 next year so that this process continues,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

He assured periodic review of the scheme to improve its effectiveness.<\/p>\n

The Chief Minister stressed the importance of constructive feedback.<\/p>\n

\u201cIn open forums, positive aspects are highlighted. But in closed rooms, we must also listen to those who faced difficulties,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

He said identifying weaknesses and addressing them is key to strengthening the mission.<\/p>\n

He also called for dovetailing Mission YUVA with other initiatives like Lakhpati Didi.<\/p>\n

\u201cIf we connect grassroots entrepreneurs with Mission YUVA, provide easy funding, help in DPR preparation and marketing, then one day, inshallah, Lakhpati Didis will become Crorepati Didis,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

Highlighting the inclusive nature of the programme, the Chief Minister noted participation across party lines.<\/p>\n

\u201cYou can see BJP, Congress, Independents, National Conference\u2014all are here. This shows there is no politics in this effort. We are here to reduce unemployment and support your entrepreneurial spirit,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

He concluded by thanking the Deputy Chief Minister, Chief Secretary and all departments for their contributions.<\/p>\n

On the occasion, the Chief Minister carried out a Single-Day Mega Disbursal covering 3,003 cases amounting to over \u20b9100 crore, marking a major milestone alongside achieving \u20b91,000 crore cumulative credit by J&K Bank under Mission YUVA.<\/p>\n

He also launched a Credit Guarantee Fund for agri-allied activities and digitally inaugurated 20 Small Business Development Units (SBDUs).<\/p>\n

The Chief Minister interacted with entrepreneurs, appreciated their business ideas and distributed cheques among beneficiaries of Neo Innovative Enterprises (Seed Money) as well as those covered under the 3,003 disbursal cases.<\/p>\n

Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary said the initiative marks the beginning of a transformative journey and reaffirmed that the Omar Abdullah-led government will deliver on its promise of employment, enabling youth to become self-reliant and both employed and employers.<\/p>\n

Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo assured full government support to youth wherever required.<\/p>\n

Managing Director & CEO, J&K Bank, Amitava Chatterjee said that rarely has a government-backed initiative achieved such success in any State or Union Territory.<\/p>\n

Ministers Sakina Itoo, Javid Ahmad Dar and Satish Sharma, several MLAs, Additional Chief Secretary to the Chief Minister Dheeraj Gupta, Secretary Labour & Employment Kumar Rajeev Ranjan, Director IIM Jammu, Mission Director Mission YUVA, Deputy Commissioners, entrepreneurs, beneficiaries and other stakeholders were present on the occasion.<\/p>\n

Outstation officers and beneficiaries attended the programme through video conferencing.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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