Under the guidelines of Keshav Prasad Maurya, emphasis was laid on setting up industries in rural areas, Rs. 276.80 crore approved for 51 projects.

Keshav Maurya said that with the establishment of food processing units, farmers are likely to get new markets for their produce. Emphasis has been laid on supplying raw materials to the units to be established under the scheme on priority basis in collaboration with local farmers. With this, farmers’ produce can be processed and its value added. It will also help in reducing wastage of agricultural products and increasing economic activities in rural areas.

Additional Chief Secretary BM Meena said that women and youth empowerment: Special priority is being given to connect women and youth with self-employment and entrepreneurship, so that they can become self-reliant.Extension from villages to cities: The scope of the schemes has been designed in such a way that everyone from small-scale artisans/producers in the village to entrepreneurs setting up big industries in the city can get its benefits.