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Time of India
10-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Sitharaman on 4-day Meghalaya visit to launch 1500cr projects
Shillong: Union minister of finance and corporate affairs Nirmala Sitharaman arrived here Thursday on a four-day visit to the state to launch projects worth over Rs 1,500 crore. She will be present at the launch and foundation stone laying ceremonies of several marquee projects being taken up by the govt under the leadership of CM Conrad K Sangma. On Thursday, the finance minister inaugurated the the Polo Shopping Complex — a Rs 100-crore project under the Smart City Mission. Welcoming her, the CM said, "We have eagerly awaited this program for a very long time. I have been working with our finance minister for many years, and she has always been kind and considerate towards Meghalaya and the entire northeast". Following the inauguration, the finance minister chaired the North East Roundtable on the Prime Minister's Internship Scheme, engaging with the scheme interns in an interactive session to understand their experiences as well as feedback on future developments of the scheme, Notably, Meghalaya is set to unveil a series of transformative infrastructure and development projects, as part of its push for economic growth, sustainable tourism, digital inclusion, and women's empowerment. As part of Meghalaya's vision to strengthen its public infrastructure, key projects will be launched on Friday during Sitharaman's visit to the Lariti Auditorium in Shillong. These projects include redevelopment of Umiam Lake into a world-class sustainable tourism destination (Rs 99.99 crore), MICE and Cultural Infrastructure Hub at Mawkhanu, a flagship project to position Meghalaya as a destination for business tourism (Rs 99.99 crore), Mawkhanu Football Stadium, India's largest dedicated football stadium, with a 40,000-seat capacity and state-of-the-art academy (Rs 732 crore) Working Women's Hostels in Shillong, Jowai, Byrnihat, and Tura to support women's workforce participation (Rs 132 crore). by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 東京の猫好きがこの猫型ランプに夢中になる理由を大公開！ Wmet 詳細 Undo She will also take part in virtual inauguration of 75 digital libraries in remote areas, aimed at bridging the digital access gap for rural youth (Rs 162 crore). The Meghalaya Film Tourism Policy, 2025, reflecting the state's growing prowess as a destination for film tourism will also be launched by Sitharaman. Another key moment of the visit will be the flagging-off of premium pineapples from Meghalaya to Lulu Group, Dubai, marking a breakthrough in the state's agri-export potential. "Organised under the IFAD-supported Megha-LAMP initiative, the consignment reflects Meghalaya's growing integration with global markets and its support for farmer collectives," an official statement said. On July 12, the finance minister will head to Sohra to interact with SHGs, FPOs and lakhpati didis and the management of Ramakrishna Mission School.
Hindustan Times
10-07-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Sitharaman begins 4-day visit to Meghalaya, highlights youth empowerment and urban growth
Shillong, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman began her four-day official visit to Meghalaya on Thursday with a series of engagements in Shillong, focusing on youth empowerment, entrepreneurship, and urban infrastructure development. Sitharaman begins 4-day visit to Meghalaya, highlights youth empowerment and urban growth Accompanied by Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma and others, Sitharaman chaired an interactive session of the North East Roundtable under the Prime Minister's Internship Scheme , where she interacted with interns, industry leaders and officials from various states of the region. The PMIS seeks to bridge the gap between education and employment by offering structured internship opportunities to young people across the country, particularly from remote areas. During the session, several interns shared their experiences of personal and professional growth through the scheme. Among them was Khlainkupar Lyngkhoi, a Human Resource intern from East Khasi Hills district, who spoke about the confidence and skills he gained. "One of the most important skills I have acquired is time management. This internship has helped me handle responsibilities in the workplace, and I am thankful to the Ministry and Government for this scheme," he said. In her address, Sitharaman underscored the vision behind the PMIS. "This scheme was envisioned to support those who have never had a job assignment or internship, enabling them to acquire vital skills and workplace exposure. I am glad to see so many of you making good use of this platform," she said. Highlighting the importance of mentorship, especially as the day coincided with Guru Purnima, she said, "Mentors you meet during your internships may play an important role in shaping your future." Encouraging entrepreneurial aspirations, Sitharaman urged interns to explore business opportunities and assured them of continued support from the government. She also called upon the interns to become "brand ambassadors" for the scheme. Earlier, the Union minister inaugurated the Polo Shopping Complex, Shillong's first modern commercial mall, built under the Smart Cities Mission. The ₹100.33 crore project spans 1.26 acres with 1.70 lakh square feet of built-up space and features eco-friendly elements such as rainwater harvesting and rooftop solar power. Over the next three days, Sitharaman is scheduled to visit various development projects, engage with self-help groups, farmers, and industry stakeholders, and review ongoing schemes across Meghalaya. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
The Print
10-07-2025
- Business
- The Print
Sitharaman begins 4-day visit to Meghalaya, highlights youth empowerment and urban growth
The PMIS seeks to bridge the gap between education and employment by offering structured internship opportunities to young people across the country, particularly from remote areas. Accompanied by Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma and others, Sitharaman chaired an interactive session of the North East Roundtable under the Prime Minister's Internship Scheme (PMIS), where she interacted with interns, industry leaders and officials from various states of the region. Shillong, Jul 10 (PTI) Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman began her four-day official visit to Meghalaya on Thursday with a series of engagements in Shillong, focusing on youth empowerment, entrepreneurship, and urban infrastructure development. During the session, several interns shared their experiences of personal and professional growth through the scheme. Among them was Khlainkupar Lyngkhoi, a Human Resource intern from East Khasi Hills district, who spoke about the confidence and skills he gained. 'One of the most important skills I have acquired is time management. This internship has helped me handle responsibilities in the workplace, and I am thankful to the Ministry and Government for this scheme,' he said. In her address, Sitharaman underscored the vision behind the PMIS. 'This scheme was envisioned to support those who have never had a job assignment or internship, enabling them to acquire vital skills and workplace exposure. I am glad to see so many of you making good use of this platform,' she said. Highlighting the importance of mentorship, especially as the day coincided with Guru Purnima, she said, 'Mentors you meet during your internships may play an important role in shaping your future.' Encouraging entrepreneurial aspirations, Sitharaman urged interns to explore business opportunities and assured them of continued support from the government. She also called upon the interns to become 'brand ambassadors' for the scheme. Earlier, the Union minister inaugurated the Polo Shopping Complex, Shillong's first modern commercial mall, built under the Smart Cities Mission. The Rs 100.33 crore project spans 1.26 acres with 1.70 lakh square feet of built-up space and features eco-friendly elements such as rainwater harvesting and rooftop solar power. Over the next three days, Sitharaman is scheduled to visit various development projects, engage with self-help groups, farmers, and industry stakeholders, and review ongoing schemes across Meghalaya. PTI JOP NN This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
