Srinagar, Feb. 23 -- Union Minister Jitendra Singh Saturday appealed to the youths of Jammu and Kashmir to pursue entrepreneurial ventures rather than focusing solely on getting a government job to become successful in life.

After inaugurating a two-day National Startup Festival organized by the CSIR-India Institute of Integrative Medicine here, he emphasised the importance of innovation, entrepreneurship and early industry linkages in ensuring startup success.

Singh highlighted the immense potential of agriculture-based startups in the region and said the Purple Revolution to promote the cultivation of lavender has enabled over 3,000 youths in Jammu and Kashmir to earn lakhs.

He encouraged people to recognize their aptitudes and pursue ...