Shillong, Sep 24: Minister of State for Food Processing Industries & Jal Shakti, Prahlad Singh Patel said that that three important factors form the base for success – information, connectivity and communication and that the food processing sector is also dependent on these factors.
Patel also stated that one should always communicate the difficulties, hard work done to be shared and collect Information so that one can bring in judicious efforts towards such start-up initiatives.
The Minister was speaking at the North East Summit on Food Processing – Building Partnership for Inclusive Growth in Food Processing Sector organised by Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Centre for Policy Research & Analysis of IIM Shillong on Friday.
He cited the example of how producing a product at a place where it can also find its purpose can lead to a successful venture and added that the industry itself has the power to generate employment and also aid in profit generation for the organisation, the State and the entire nation.
“Government of India has come up with schemes to aid the distribution of  products,†Patel informed adding that the only concern is being able to clearly articulate the issues or challenges faced during processing.
“We should discuss the issues properly and only then we can succeed. Discussion paves way for success. We all have the power of thinking and the strength to face any challenge that comes up,†Patel added while addressing the gathering at IIM Shillong.
While speaking at the inauguration ceremony, the Union Minister paid tribute to former President of India Late Dr APJ Abdul Kalam, who delivered his last speech at IIM Shillong.
Presenting his welcome address, Prof DP Goyal, Director IIM Shillong said, “Being the only IIM in Northeast region of India, the Institute has from day one acknowledged the huge responsibility of serving as a leader and also a catalyst to assist in the overall development of this vast and complex region. The Institute is committed to continuously build engagements, particularly through our Centres.â€
Prof Goyal also expressed satisfaction over the Institute’s overall performance in ensuring transfer of knowledge, learning and action during the pandemic while also informing regarding the seven symposia organized earlier by the APJ Abdul Kalam Centre for Policy Research & Analysis for laying the base for developmental planning and emphasis on 6 sectors in particular (BPO, Horticulture, Handloom, Handicraft, Logistics and Tourism) which was attended by 2000 odd participants from across NER and the country as a whole.
The Director said, “IIM Shillong aims to assist the state governments of the region to improve on performance through innovative policies and recommendations. The Centre works as a bridge between the policy makers, stakeholders and beneficiaries.â€
