Lucknow, May 6 -- Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday emphasised the need for continuous upskilling and modernisation of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) units in Uttar Pradesh in line with evolving market demands.

While reviewing the functioning of the MSME Department, the CM said, "As the state hosts the country's largest MSME base, it is important to adopt a robust strategy to build the capacity of youth engaged in this sector. Aspiring entrepreneurs under the 'CM-YUVA' scheme must undergo comprehensive and high-quality training before being granted loans."

He said that MSMEs drive grassroots economic activities and serve as anchor units for large-scale industries. "With around 96 lakh active MSME units, contributing a...