Ukhrul PMEGP exhibition programme kicks off
Source: The Sangai Express
Ukhrul, December 05 2014 :
A three-day exhibition programme for the PMEGP beneficiaries organised by Tribal Development Council, Manipur (TDCM) under the sponsorship of Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) has commenced today at Pakshi Ground, Dungrei, Ukhrul district.
The inaugural function was attended by Deputy Commissioner of Ukhrul Hreekishesh Modak as the chief guest.
The DC who is also the Chairman of District Task Force Committee of PMEGP highlighted the benefits of PMEGP being reaped by all the beneficiaries and its success stories in providing employment to the people of Ukhrul district.
He encouraged every educated unemployed youth to enjoy equal benefits being provided under PMEGP in the days to come.
More than 25 PMEGP beneficiaries from the heart of Ukhrul town and remote areas of Ukhrul participated in the program and showcased their finished products in carpentry, tailoring, bamboo and cane work, tyre vulcanizing, blacksmith, bakery, computer works and fermented spices to more than 2000 people.
Many dignitaries including Mary Kom (5 times world boxing champion), Ningshem Vashum (MPS) SP Ukhrul, Gaurav, Commandant, Assam Rifles, Somsai Ukhrul, Rada Charan, GM KIV, Momon Singh, project Manager DIC, Ukhrul and VIPs inspected the stalls of the beneficiaries and complimented their hard work.