ODOP Initiative Takes Center Stage: Empowering Women and Promoting Local Products at Boost India Conclave 2025

The event promoted Prime Minister Narendra Modi's initiatives, focusing on the One District One Product (ODOP) programme

FPJ Features Desk Updated: Saturday, May 03, 2025, 09:21 PM IST
Minster of Cultural Affairs & Information Technology in GOM Adv Ashish Shelar & Rashmi Upadhyay, one of the organisers of Boost India Conclave |

Minster of Cultural Affairs & Information Technology in GOM Adv Ashish Shelar & Rashmi Upadhyay, one of the organisers of Boost India Conclave |

Mumbai: The Boost India Conclave 2025, organized by Rashmi Upadhyay through the Sai Leela Foundation, concluded successfully at the Taj Lands End in Bandra. The event promoted Prime Minister Narendra Modi's initiatives, focusing on the One District One Product (ODOP) programme and connecting women self-help groups with corporates in the digital era.

Although Union Minister Piyush Goyal couldn't attend, his vision for ODOP aligns with the conclave's objectives. Distinguished guests included Ashish Shelar, Cabinet Minister of Information Technology and Cultural Affairs for the Government of Maharashtra, who praised the event, stating it will empower women and globalize local products.

IRS Sameer Wankhede, Ankit Mittal, Director of Mittal Group, & Rashmi Upadhyay |

Other notable attendees included Manju Mangal Prabhat Lodha, Nisha JamVwal, IRS Sameer Wankhede, Acharya Pawan Tripathi from the Shridhivinayak Trust, RTI activist Anil Galgali, CII Kandiwali Center Head Dayal, and entrepreneurs like Ankit Mittal.

Expert panelists discussed women's entrepreneurship, technological empowerment, and innovation-driven growth. Rashmi Upadhyay credited her team's dedication and support from Anand Swarup Shukla, Former Minister of State in the UP Government, and Mrs. Shraddha Nitin Kadam for the event's success.

Manju Lodha buying sarees from a stall at the Conclave |

(from left) Shraddha Kadam, Executive Director, CPAA Anita Peter, & Rashmi Upadhyay |

The conclave provided a platform for meaningful discussions and networking opportunities, aligning with the government's vision for inclusive growth and women's empowerment. Team Rashmi Upadhyay's efforts were appreciated for driving positive change, promoting India's unique products, and empowering women entrepreneurs, contributing to nation-building.

Published on: Sunday, May 04, 2025, 07:00 AM IST

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