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New Delhi, Oct 31 (IANS) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Friday described the ARISE initiative as a milestone towards self-reliance and innovation in the retail sector.
Speaking at the “ARISE” mission program organized in the national capital, CM Gupta said that such efforts will not only boost trade but also create new opportunities for employment and skill development.
“Skills and entrepreneurship are the biggest assets of today’s India. When we provide certified skills to our youth, they will not only secure their livelihoods but will also realize the dream of a self-reliant India,” the Chief Minister said in a message on Twitter.
The event was organized by Praveen Khandelwal, Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha) from Chandni Chowk.
The Chief Minister said that the aim of the Delhi government is to make business strong, simple and seamless in the capital.
He said that ARISE is a platform that will give a new direction and identity to India’s business sector. This initiative is a historic step towards empowering millions of retailers and small traders across the country through skilling, branding and entrepreneurship.
The Chief Minister said that in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s “Vocal for Local” vision, skilling and branding are becoming the new strengths of Indian business.
He said that the success of India’s business community is the biggest asset of self-reliant India and Vishwaguru India.
Highlighting the ongoing efforts of the Delhi government to enhance the ease of doing business for traders and entrepreneurs, the Chief Minister said that, for the first time in the history of Delhi, GST refunds worth more than Rs 700 crore have been issued within just six months.
He announced that the GST refund process is now being made completely faceless and transparent, which will ensure that traders no longer need to visit government offices unnecessarily.
He emphasized that the economic strength of any country lies in its businessmen and entrepreneurs, who are the backbone of the country’s economy. Therefore, it is the duty of the government to make all the rules simple, transparent and efficient for them.
The Chief Minister also underlined the importance of branding and marketing skills and said that in today’s era it is as important as producing quality products. He said that now is the time for Indian entrepreneurs and businessmen to develop their products not just as commodities but as globally recognized brands.
He emphasized that “Made in India” should become a global symbol of quality, pride and trust.
Congratulating all the business organizations, entrepreneurs and organizers of the ARISE initiative, the Chief Minister said that this effort will not only strengthen the business ecosystem but will also inspire the youth of the country with new energy, confidence and spirit of innovation in entrepreneurship.
He said that this confident and efficient India will be the real identity of a self-reliant and prosperous nation.
–IANS
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