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Centre for Rural Entrepreneurship Centre for Temple Based Economy

The Centre will promote rural entrepreneurship by organizing entrepreneurship development The Centre will assess the growth potential for selected temple economies and formulate
programmes in rural areas; supporting/engaging with funding/promotional/other stakeholders strategy and action plan for harnessing such potential. It will seek to promote economic growth
interested in promoting rural entrepreneurship and promoting understanding/insights based on by catalyzing new enterprises, expanding existing enterprises, promoting employment, skill
the Startup Village Entrepreneurship Programme (SVEP) and other programmes being development and such related tasks to ensure sustainable development of temple towns. The
implemented by EDII in this space. Centre will also emphasize on upgrading temple administrative mechanisms.

Primary Activities Primary Activities
Carry out need assessment-cum-feasibility exercise to determine ways in which the · Undertake studies addressed at both integrated development as well as specific aspect
prospective/existing rural entrepreneurs require to be reached out and supported. development of selected temple towns in India.
Organize entrepreneurship development work at the ground level. · Gather baseline data in respect of selected temple towns.

Undertake cluster development to foster growth, technology infusion, linkages and · Become a repository of knowledge products on temple towns in India.
diversification of existing enterprises. · Showcase the economic and cultural impact of the temple towns.
Leverage Self Help Groups to extend assistance to women. · Undertake Capacity Building of the stakeholders in the temple town.

Organize programmes to share experiences with regulatory, promotional, domain- · Assisting the temple towns through project management services to launch a range of
specific agencies, state govt. agencies and credit institutions to further streamline projects meant to accelerate growth and development.
activities.

Centre for Skill Development (CSD) Centre for Foreign Languages and Business Practices

The Centre will be aligned with India's Skill Development Mission to enhance employability and The Centre for Foreign Languages and Business Practices will design and offer programmes
promote entrepreneurship. CSD aims to create a more skilled, innovative and competitive society focused on imparting multiple language skills interconnected with business communication;
by focusing on skill development across trades and sectors; entrepreneurship and community facilitating business collaborations, new enterprise creation and technology adoption. It will
empowerment. empower entrepreneurs and stakeholders with essential language skills, cultural insights, values
and business-oriented communication, in languages, including; English, Mandarin, Japanese,
Spanish, French, German etc, in addition to imparting impart region-specific business-related
Primary Activities knowledge, skills & attitude for growth and development.
· Conduct skill development programmes and workshops on market-relevant
competencies. Primary Activities
· Connect participants with experienced professionals for guidance, support, and industry 3-month capsule courses on language and business communication essentials.
insights.
Workshops on viable business opportunities & ideas, popular in the selected country.
· Offer business incubation and counselling support
Country-specific export workshops:
· Promote skill development and entrepreneurship within the community, targeting Tie-ups with important associations and chambers in the targeted foreign countries.
schools, colleges, and local organizations.
· Incorporate digital tools and technologies in training programmes, such as simulation Exchange visits of entrepreneurs for hands-on learning, followed up by startup workshops.
software and project management tools, to enhance practical learning.

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