A group from Rajouri District of Jammu and Kashmir attending Operation Sadbhavana tour organized by 43 Rashtriya Rifles called on the President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee at Rashtrapati Bhavan today (September 13, 2013).
Speaking on the occasion, the President said that this experience would help them in their future life and leave a lasting impression on them of their belonging to the vast country, India. He stated that this tour aims to spread awareness among them about various employment avenues available in the Small Scale Sector of the economy. It also aims to spread the message of love, peace and harmony amongst the youth.
He said that Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (NSME) are the backbone of our industrial development and economy. He said that he was happy that 43 Rashtriya Rifles had organized this tour as it would help make them aware of Government schemes and programmes, credit facilities, market opportunities, etc. and help them earn their livelihood by becoming self-reliant.
This release issued at 1900 hrs