Generated Jobs to More Than 20 Thousand Unemployed youth
Shariq Peerzada
Shopian 24 Oct. In a significant boost to employment opportunities for the unemployed youth, The Mega Fruit Mandi in Aglar Shopian has emerged as a key driver of job creation, providing livelihoods to thousands of unemployed youths.
Spread over the 200 Kanals of Land Mega Fruit Mandi, which was inaugurated in the Year 2019 has rapidly transformed into a bustling hub of economic activity.
The Mandi has revolutionized the fruit trading industry in the region, attracting not only fruit growers but also also transforming the lives of thousands of Unemployed youths.
The Mega Fruit Mandi’s positive impact is not limited to employment generation alone. It has also led to increased economic activity in Shopian and the surrounding areas. Local businesses, such as trucking and logistics, have flourished due to the increased demand for transportation services. Moreover, the Mandi’s presence has attracted new investments and buyers from across the country, further boosting the region’s economy.
The mandi has generated employment across various sectors, including loading of Apple boxes,packaging and marketing, Additionally, it has provided a platform for local farmers to access a broader market, thereby increasing their income and improving their overall standard of living.
Rayees Ahmad khan General Secretary of Fruit Mandi Shopian, expressed his gratitude, saying, This mandi has not only provided jobs but also improved our income, We now have better access to markets, and our Fruits have reached in Each and Every Corner of India.
He Further said that Not Only the Unemployed youths are working in different sectors at fruit mandi but also Providing Income to Hundreds of local and Non Local Shopkeepers and Restaurants.
As the Mega Fruit Mandi continues to thrive, it is anticipated that more unemployed youth from Shopian and neighboring areas will find meaningful employment, ultimately transforming the socio-economic landscape of the region
