Maharashtra News: AMRUT To Open District-Level Office At Raigad Collectorate To Support Economically Weaker Sections From Open Category

Navi Mumbai: The district-level central office of Maharashtra Government's AMRUT (Maharashtra Research, Upliftment and Training), a state-run institution dedicated to the holistic development of economically weaker sections from the open category, will soon be established at the Raigad Collectorate Building in Alibag, according to Shailesh Marathe, District Manager of AMRUT for Raigad.

Senior Officials Discuss Launch Strategy

During a recent visit to Raigad, Shriram Bende, Special Executive Officer (OSD) of AMRUT, met with District Collector Kishan Jawale, Resident Deputy Collector Sandesh Shirke, and Revenue Tehsildar Chandrasen Pawar to discuss plans for launching AMRUT's district office in Alibag and the organization’s ongoing initiatives.

Collaborative Approach for Implementation

Bende also held discussions with MCED Project Officer Anand Vidyagar, District Industries Centre General Manager G.S. Haralya, and District Superintendent Agriculture Officer Vandana Shinde to explore collaboration for implementing AMRUT’s various schemes. Additionally, he met Information Officer Manisha Pingle and sought cooperation in publicizing and promoting AMRUT’s initiatives.

AMRUT offers assistance to economically backward individuals from the open category through multiple schemes, including vocational training, competitive exam coaching, government scheme guidance, and entrepreneurship support.

Beneficiaries also receive help in launching businesses, skill development, and employment opportunities. Special programs for women’s empowerment are also a key focus.

Focus on Skill Development and Women Empowerment

The organization runs various initiatives such as computer, typing, and shorthand training, foundation programs for competitive exams, advanced IT training (C-DAC), and self-learning support schemes.

In collaboration with MCED, AMRUT also offers training in solar panel repair and maintenance, AMRUT Bakery, import-export training, self-employment programs, and guidance under schemes like PMEGP/CMEGP.

Public Awareness Push for Open Category Citizens

A statement released from the collector office urged citizens from the open category who wish to benefit from these schemes can visit the upcoming central office in Alibag or contact Shailesh Marathe at 9112228759. More details are available on the official website: www.mahaamrut.org.in.