Wayanad, which is a popular tourist destination in Kerala, is fast emerging as a major economic hub for young entrepreneurs. The district has come first in having the most number of new projects by young entrepreneurs in 2022. As per the data with the industries department, 2684 new enterprises were registered in the district so far in 2022 which is 73 per cent of the target set by the government.
Industries Minister P Rajeev told media that Wayanad has come first in the Entrepreneurial Year scheme in 2022. “Rs 161.37 crore investment and 5683 jobs were created. In an agriculturally dominant district, the outstanding achievement in the field of entrepreneurship is commendable. Wayanad has vast potential in the field of agro-based industries. The achievement of the Entrepreneurial Year campaign is proof that it can be used,” the Minister said.
The industries department also conducted a grievance redressal meeting in which entrepreneurs in the district raised 38 complaints. The meeting resolved 14 complaints while the remaining complaints were handed over to the officials concerned for speedy disposal.
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