DAY-NRLM Conducts Webinar on Rural Prosperity and Resilience Program
In a series of post-budget consultations aimed at achieving the objectives of Budget 2025-26, Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana (DAY-NRLM) under the Ministry of Rural Development (MoRD) recently hosted another webinar. This week’s discussion focused on the Rural Prosperity and Resilience Programme.
Previous Discussion with Industries/Trade Bodies
The previous webinar centered on industries and trade bodies, emphasizing issues like unemployment and infrastructure gaps affecting rural areas. It highlighted the need for collaborative efforts to address these challenges.
New Discussion with Development Sector Organizations
The current webinar shifted focus to development sector organizations, showcasing the importance of community engagement and market access through partnerships. Experts discussed strategies such as developing rural enterprises, enhancing market access, policy recommendations, promoting mass entrepreneurship, fostering CSR partnerships, and integrating global best practices.
Key Insights from Speakers
Speakers shared actionable insights, including:
- Developing rural enterprises into high-order businesses.
- Strategies for better access to international markets.
- Recommendations for government policies supporting small and large-scale businesses.
- Role of CSR in community development.
- Global best practices aligned with rural development goals.
Recommendations
The webinar emphasized collaboration between the Ministry, private sectors, and local communities. It underscored the need for:
- Strengthening partnerships between MORD and development sector organizations.
- Implementing strategies to improve rural enterprise growth.
- Enhancing market access through targeted policies.
- Promoting small business development as a sustainable approach.
Closing Remarks
Joint secretaries Ms. Smriti Sharan and Ms. Swati Sharma highlighted the importance of collaborative efforts towards achieving the vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047. They stressed that these discussions will guide participants in exploring actionable outcomes for the future, ensuring tangible progress in rural development.
This webinar underscores the Ministry’s commitment to fostering sustainable rural development through partnerships and community engagement, setting the stage for meaningful progress in the next phase of government initiatives.