Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath emphasised on Sunday that the government is committed to eliminating all obstacles hindering youth development.
He highlighted the overwhelming response to the CM Yuva Udyami Scheme, calling it a significant initiative towards empowering young individuals and fulfilling Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of ‘Startup India, Standup India’.
As per a government statement, over 2.67 lakh youth applied, surpassing the initial target of 1 lakh applications. After screening, more than 1 lakh applications were forwarded to banks, with 25,000 already approved, and the loan disbursement process has commenced.
The Mukhyamantri Yuva Udyami Yojana, or CM Yuva Udyami Scheme, is a part of the broader Mukhyamantri Udyami Yojana, introduced by the Department of Industries, Bihar. The scheme aims to encourage entrepreneurship and self-employment among individuals across various categories in the state.
Under this initiative, financial assistance of up to ₹10,00,000 is available to male applicants from the General Category and Backward Class to help them establish and run their businesses, contributing to economic growth and empowerment.
Eligible applicants can receive up to ₹10,00,000 to start a business. 50% (up to ₹5,00,000) is provided as a non-repayable grant, and the remaining 50% (up to ₹5,00,000) is given as an interest-free loan, with a nominal 1% interest rate under specific sub-schemes.
Along with financial assistance, mandatory training programs are offered to enhance entrepreneurial skills and prepare applicants for successful business management.
To apply for the Mukhyamantri Yuva Udyami Yojana, applicants must meet the following eligibility conditions:
To apply for the scheme, the following documents are required:
Click here to know the steps to apply for CM Yuva Udyami Yojana.
The Mukhyamantri Yuva Udyami Yojana is a step towards fostering entrepreneurship and self-reliance among youths. By offering financial assistance, skill development programs, and business support, the scheme empowers aspiring entrepreneurs to establish and grow their ventures.
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Published on: Mar 15, 2025, 8:11 AM IST
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