India, Nov. 6 -- The Manipur government on Thursday launched an awareness campaign on the Pradhan Mantri-National Apprenticeship Entrepreneurship Promotion Scheme (PM-NAPS) for the North East Region at Imphal.

Anurag Bajpai, Additional Chief Secretary (Textiles, Commerce and Industry and Transport), Government of Manipur, who graced the event as the chief guest, emphasised that the Promotion Scheme under the Skill India Mission is a crucial step toward bridging education, training, and industry on a common platform.

In Manipur, nearly 95-96% of industries are micro or small-scale, and the government's focus is on upgrading these units into small and medium enterprises by promoting local industries, utilising local resources, and enhanci...