NARI : A one-day awareness programme on non-farm livelihoods, focusing on UDYAM and Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) registration, was organised at Lumpo Community Hall on Tuesday under the aegis of the Arunachal State Rural Livelihoods Mission (ArSRLM), Department of Rural Development.

The programme was conducted by the Block Mission Management Unit (BMMU), Ramle Banggo Block, with the objective of creating awareness among Self-Help Group (SHG) members and aspiring entrepreneurs about enterprise registration, food safety compliance and sustainable livelihood opportunities.

Lower Siang Deputy Director of Industries Tarik Nyitan, who served as the resource person, delivered an informative session on the significance of UDYAM registration for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). He explained the registration process and highlighted the benefits of formalisation, including access to government schemes, credit facilities, market linkages and other incentives available to registered enterprises.

Participants were also sensitised on FSSAI registration, with emphasis on food safety standards, legal compliance and quality assurance for food-related businesses. The session encouraged entrepreneurs and SHG members to adopt best practices and take advantage of opportunities available under various government programmes.

The programme was attended by Block Mission Manager B Boje, Block Coordinator (Non-Farm) Marjum Basar and Food Safety Assistant Nyape Dini.

The awareness programme witnessed active participation from SHG members and community representatives, who interacted with the resource persons and sought clarifications on registration procedures and entrepreneurship opportunities.

Organisers expressed confidence that the initiative would strengthen non-farm livelihood activities, promote self-employment and encourage entrepreneurship in the region. (DIPR)