UP Government launched Mukhyamantri Yuva Udyam Vikas Yojana

The Mukhyamantri Yuva Udyam Vikas Abhiyan Yojana aims to provide financial support to young entrepreneurs in Uttar Pradesh, aiming to establish 10 lakh new MSME units and create 50 lakh employment opportunities.

Mukhyamantri Yuva Udyam Vikas Abhiyan Yojana

Announced by CM Yogi Adityanath on 78th Independence Day
Aims to provide financial support to young entrepreneurs
Target: Establish 10 lakh new MSME units across Uttar Pradesh
Expected to create 50 lakh employment opportunities
Part of the government's focus on youth empowerment and development
Complements existing initiatives for youth employment and self-employment

Employment and Education Initiatives in Uttar Pradesh

1.62 crore youth secured employment through state investments
62 lakh youth connected to self-employment opportunities
6.5 lakh youth obtained government jobs in the past seven years
Distribution of 2 crore smartphones and tablets to enhance technical skills
Dedicated start-up fund established to finance new ventures
Curriculum revamp aligned with National Education Policy
Over 20.5 lakh children enrolled in council schools this academic year
Rs 1,200 transferred directly to parents for school essentials
Establishment of Mukhyamantri Awasiya Vidyalayas in every division
Plans for Chief Minister Model Composite Schools in 57 districts
190 new government high schools and 58 inter colleges in underserved areas

Higher Education and University Development

"One Division, One University" concept implemented
Working towards "One District, One University" goal

New universities operational:

- Maharaja Suheldev University in Azamgarh
- Raja Mahendradev University in Aligarh
- Maa Shakumbhari Devi University in Saharanpur

Ongoing university projects:

- Guru Jambeshwar University in Moradabad
- Maa Pateshwari University in Devipatan Mandal
- Maa Vindhyavasini University in Mirzapur
- Mahatma Buddha Agriculture and Technology University in Kushinagar
Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University in Lucknow now ready
Mahayogi Guru Gorakhnath Ayush University in Gorakhpur nearing completion
State's first sports university under construction in Meerut

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