Hey there, folks! Today we’ve got some exciting news coming out of Pune, as Ramdas Athawale, Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment, is pushing for a cooperative model to drive India towards becoming a developed nation by 2047. Athawale shared his vision at the Global ESG Conclave 2025 in Pune, where he outlined some ambitious initiatives.
First up, Athawale proposed the establishment of 500 Cooperative Startups, which will focus on addressing regional challenges and creating economic opportunities in aspirational districts. Next, he talked about setting up 500 Campus Cooperatives on youth-centric campuses to foster innovation and entrepreneurship among students. These initiatives aim to empower local communities and drive economic growth.
But that’s not all! Athawale also talked about creating a Cooperative Commodities Exchange to empower farmers and small producers by ensuring fair pricing and transparent trade. Additionally, he proposed setting up Cooperative Economic Zones to promote sustainable development and create job opportunities.
The Global ESG Conclave also emphasized the importance of the Social and Solidarity Economy (SSE), which focuses on social and environmental well-being alongside economic growth. Through initiatives like Coopathon4SDG10, the World Cooperation Economic Forum is working to reduce inequality and create inclusive economic opportunities.
During the event, industry leaders like Dileep Sanghani and Binod Anand highlighted the need for cooperative mechanisms to tackle global challenges like climate change. A strategic collaboration was also announced between CIRDAP and the World Cooperation Economic Forum to strengthen agricultural cooperatives and empower rural communities across Asia-Pacific.
Overall, the initiatives proposed at the conclave underscore the crucial role of the cooperative sector in driving India towards becoming a developed nation by its 100th year of independence in 2047. Stay tuned for more updates on these exciting developments!
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