Axis Colleges Hosts Seminar in Collaboration with Khadi and Village Industries Commission on Rural Entrepreneurship
On 20th February 2023, Axis Colleges organized an impactful seminar in collaboration with the Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC), functioning under the Ministry of MSME, Government of India. Themed “Building Rural Entrepreneurship for a Self-Reliant India,” the seminar aimed to ignite the entrepreneurial spirit among students and spread awareness about self-employment opportunities rooted in rural development.
The event witnessed active participation from students across disciplines, with nearly 200 students enthusiastically competing in Essay Writing and Debate Competitions centered around rural entrepreneurship, self-reliance, and the significance of indigenous industries.
The keynote address was delivered by Dr. Nitesh Dhawan, Director at KVIC, who shared valuable insights into the commission’s ongoing initiatives and schemes designed to generate employment in rural areas. He highlighted the critical role of Khadi and Village Industries in creating sustainable livelihoods and stressed the importance of youth participation in shaping the rural economy.
Dr. Dhawan passionately encouraged students to consider self-employment as a viable and empowering career option. He emphasized how today’s youth can lead the change by establishing innovative rural enterprises, thereby contributing to the dream of an Aatmanirbhar Bharat (Self-Reliant India). His session also included a comprehensive overview of government schemes that support entrepreneurship and small-scale industries, giving students a clear understanding of the support available.
The seminar was further enriched by the presence of Mr. Prashant Mishra and Ms. Divya Shrivastava from KVIC, along with Mr. Prem Singh, President of Swaraj Ashram, Kanpur, who shared his experience and thoughts on grassroots development and rural empowerment.
The event was meticulously organized by the Axis Institute of Fashion Technology (AIFT), which played a vital role in ensuring its success. The collaboration reflected Axis Colleges’ commitment to holistic education by not only fostering academic excellence but also nurturing entrepreneurial mindsets that can contribute to national development.