TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. herSTART platform 2. PM MITRA (Pradhan Mantri Mega Integrated Textile Region and Apparel) Park sites 3. Sagar Parikrama Phase IV 4. Global Millets (Shree Anna) Conference
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Syllabus: GS 2, Social Justice.
Mains: Women empowerment in Startups.
Prelims: herSTART.
Context: Bharat Startup Summit and Expo 2023.
Details:
- The plenary session of the Bharat Startup Summit and Expo 2023 was organized by the PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
- It was informed during the event that the ‘herSTART’ platform has been created to promote women StartUps and to encourage women entrepreneurs.
- The government will also provide a monthly allowance of ₹20000 for up to one year for women-led StartUps.
- It was highlighted that women-led business enterprises play a major role in society by generating employment, bringing in demographic changes, and inspiring the next generation of women.
- Notably, at least 36 unicorns and potential unicorns in the country have at least one woman founder/co-founder.
- The government of India is committed to creating an enabling environment for women entrepreneurs through schemes, networks, initiatives, etc.
Also read: Startup India Scheme
2. PM MITRA (Pradhan Mantri Mega Integrated Textile Region and Apparel) Park sites
Syllabus: GS 2, Polity and Governance.
Mains: PM MITRA.
Prelims: PM MITRA.
Context: Seven PM MITRA (Pradhan Mantri Mega Integrated Textile Region and Apparel) Park sites announced.
Details:
- Seven PM Mega Integrated Textile Regions and Apparel (PM MITRA) Parks for the Textile industry will be established in Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Gujarat, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, and Maharashtra.
- The execution of the project will be seen by the Ministry of textiles.
- A Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) will be established by the government.
- Financial support of up to Rs. 500 crores per park in the form of Development Capital Support will be provided to the Park SPV.
- A Competitive Incentive Support (CIS) of up to Rs 300 crore per park will also be provided for speedy implementation.
- Moreover, State governments will ensure a contiguous and encumbrance-free land of at least 1000 acres and will provide basic utilities like reliable power supply, water, etc.
Benefits of PM MITRA Parks:
- The Parks will create a world-class industrial infrastructure and would help in attracting large-scale investment.
- It would further encourage innovation and job creation.
- It would enhance the competitiveness of the textile industry.
- It would also help achieve economies of scale and attract global players to manufacture in India.
- It will also offer training and research facilities for the industry.
- It has the potential to attract investment worth Rs. 70000 crores and can generate nearly 20 lakhs jobs.
For more details, read here: PM MITRA Parks
Syllabus: GS 2, Government policies and interventions.
Mains: Sagar Parikrama.
Prelims: Sagar Parikrama Phase IV.
Context: Sagar Parikrama Phase IV will take place in Karnataka.
Details:
- Sagar Parikrama phase IV will take place in Karnataka (on the 18th and 19th of March 2023). It will cover 10 locations in three coastal districts.
- Sagar Parikrama is an initiative that aims to resolve the issues of fishermen and uplift them economically through various schemes and programs implemented by the Government of India.
- During the event, certificates associated with the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada scheme and Kisan Credit Cards will also be awarded to progressive fishermen. A song on Sagar Parikrama in Kannada will also be launched.
- Sagar Parikrama emphasizes the sustainable balance between the utilization of marine fisheries resources, livelihood opportunities, and the protection of marine ecosystems.
- It will bridge various gaps in fisher communities, develop fishing villages, and upgrade and create infrastructure like fishing harbours and fish landing centres.
- Notably, the fish production from Karnataka contributed around 6.6% of India’s total fish production for the year 2021-22. It ranks third in total fish production (5th in Marine fish production 5th and 7th in Inland fish production).
- The journey of Sagar Parikrama started with the theme of “KRANTI se SHANTI” as Phase-I on 5th March 2022 from Mandvi, Gujarat.
Also read: Kisan Credit Card Scheme (KCC): Features and Eligibility
4. Global Millets (Shree Anna) Conference
Syllabus: GS 2, Polity and Governance.
Mains: Government policies and interventions.
Prelims: Shree Anna.
Details:
- Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will inaugurate the ‘Global Millets (Shree Anna) Conference’ on 18th March 2023 in New Delhi.
- A customized postal stamp and currency coin will also be unveiled in order to mark the International Year of Millets (IYM) 2023.
- On 5th March 2021, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) declared 2023 as the International Year of Millets (IYM).
- The Food And Agriculture Organization organized an official Opening Ceremony for the International Year of Millets 2023 in Rome, Italy on 6th December 2022.
- The government of India is taking various measures to achieve the objective of IYM 2023 and become a global hub of millets.
- The year 2023 will witness several activities and initiatives both nationally and globally for increased adoption and promotion of millets.
- The participants of the two-day conference include Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs), Self-Help Groups, Schools, Agri-Universities, Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs), Gram Panchayats, Cooperative Institutions, Hotel Management Schools, Common Service Centres (CSC), etc.
Also read: Yojana Magazine Gist for UPSC Exam: January 2023 Issue: Millets
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