Kishtwar, February 2: Amid Jammu and Kashmir’s challenging job market, Priyanshu Sharma emerged as a beacon of hope. Benefiting from the Chief Minister’s Youth Self-Employment Scheme, this MA graduate turned a 10-lakh loan into a thriving business, employing others along the way.
From university classrooms to entrepreneurial ventures, Priyanshu’s journey began with a spark during his History studies at Jammu University. Back in Kishtwar, the employment office introduced him to the Mission Youth program, streamlining his path to funding and setup.
‘I’m grateful to PM Modi for schemes that unlock new possibilities for jobless youth,’ he shared. The support didn’t stop at the loan; ongoing assistance from employment offices made scaling up feasible. Today, his enterprise supports three additional jobs, underscoring the multiplier effect of such policies.
Priyanshu advocates for small-scale startups as the way forward. ‘Government programs are designed to propel youth towards progress,’ he says. ‘Adopt entrepreneurship, create employment, and contribute to India’s growth story.’
This narrative from Kishtwar exemplifies how targeted interventions can combat unemployment. As more youth tap into these resources, the region anticipates a surge in homegrown businesses, driving local economies and national self-reliance.