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Aizawl, 24th October, 2024: Minister for Urban Development & Poverty Alleviation (UD&PA) Department Pu K. Sapdanga inaugurated the DAY-NULM Exhibition cum Food Festival held at Aijal Club Park, Aizawl today. This three day festival organized by the UD&PA Department will last till the 26th October, 2024. 

In his inaugural speech, the UD&PA Minister expressed his wish that more people will benefit from DAY- NULM. He applauded the successful beneficiaries, particularly the SHGs for their dedication and also commended the UD&PA Department officials and staffs for their work. 

The inaugural function was chaired by Pu Malsawma Pachuau, Secretary, UD&PA. Dr. Andrew H. Vanlaldika, Director, UD&PA & Mission Director, DAY-NULM gave a report of the festival, highlighting that 10,733 people were trained and certified under the mission so far. The inaugural function concluded with a vote of thanks from Pu Andrew Lalhruaia, Joint Director, UD&PA and Project Director, DAY-NULM. 

Beneficiaries of the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana-National Urban Livelihoods Mission set up stalls exhibiting their products. There are 25 stalls in total of which 6 are in the designated food court. A play area for children was also set up.