CM YUVA Conclave 2025: Driving Youth Entrepreneurship with Record-Breaking Participation
lucknow, October 2025 : The CM YUVA Conclave, organized under the Uttar Pradesh government’s flagship CM Yuva Mission, emerged as one of the most impactful highlights of the Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show (UPITS) 2025. Over the course of five days, the conclave not only introduced young participants to innovative business models but also opened up new avenues for entrepreneurship and self-employment.
The event achieved remarkable milestones with 12,025 business inquiries, 9,200 registrations, 377 B2B meetings, and 90 business presentations, underscoring its scale and success.
Rising Popularity of the CM Yuva Mission
Launched under the vision of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the CM Yuva Mission is gaining rapid traction among the state’s youth. The conclave, held in Greater Noida, showcased how young entrepreneurs are embracing startups, innovation, and self-reliance with great enthusiasm. Following the conclave, the government expects a surge in applications from youth eager to benefit from the scheme.
Renowned Brands Inspire Young Entrepreneurs
Sarveshwar Shukla, CM Yuva Nodal Officer and Joint Commissioner of Industries, highlighted that several prominent franchise brands, machinery suppliers, and business-on-wheels ventures participated in the event. Brands including Doctor Moringa, MBA Makhanewala, Heinemann, Cheesy Crazy Cafe, and Ocean Enterprises shared their success stories, motivating young entrepreneurs with innovative and sustainable business models.
Among the most in-demand brands were
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Ocean Enterprises – 700+ inquiries
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UPCS Stores – 650+ inquiries
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MBA Makhanewala – 550+ inquiries
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Prosper Group – 500+ inquiries
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IQTM – 450+ inquiries
These figures reflect the strong entrepreneurial interest sparked during the conclave.
Prestigious Recognition for CM Yuva Mission
In recognition of its pivotal role in the success of UPITS 2025, the CM Yuva Mission was honored with the prestigious “Award of Honor”. The award was presented by Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal, in the presence of State Cabinet Minister Nand Gopal Nandi, Minister Rakesh Sachan, Additional Chief Secretary Alok Kumar, and Mission Director K. Vijayendra Pandian.
Strong Youth Participation Across Divisions
The conclave also drew enthusiastic participation from over 3,700 youth across Meerut, Saharanpur, Agra, and Aligarh divisions. A large number of students and budding entrepreneurs flocked to the CM Yuva Pavilion, where they engaged with industry experts, explored business opportunities, and gained valuable insights into diverse entrepreneurial models.