Centre Blocks Kerala's Global Entrepreneurial Showcase

The Center has prohibited Kerala Industries Minister P Rajeev and team from attending the ASPA conference aimed at highlighting the state's entrepreneurship initiatives. Rajeev condemned this decision, leading to missed opportunities for Kerala on an international platform. The minister is exploring virtual participation.

The Central Government has denied Kerala Industries Minister P Rajeev and his team permission to attend the American Society for Public Administration's annual conference in Washington. The group was slated to discuss the 'year of enterprises' initiative in Kerala, a subject eagerly anticipated at the event.

Minister Rajeev expressed discontent with the move via a social media post, describing it as 'extraordinary.' The ASPA's invitation centered around presenting successful entrepreneurship policy implementations, with notable contributions expected from Rajeev's team.

While the central government's decision has left Kerala unable to showcase its achievements globally, Minister Rajeev explores alternatives like online presentations to ensure the state's flagship initiative gains international visibility.

(With inputs from agencies.)