Bandipora: In the latest episode of ‘Awaam Ki Awaaz’, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today commended Peerzada Muqeem, an entrepreneur from Bandipora district, for “transforming livelihoods” through dairy farming, an official press release informed.
It said the LG during the radio programme highlighted the inspiring journey of Muqeem, a postgraduate in Diplomacy, Law and Business. He said that with unwavering determination to forge his own path, Peerzada Muqeem defied conventional norms by choosing dairy farming as his means of livelihood, ultimately establishing a successful milk processing plant.
Under the guidance and support of the District administration and Department of Animal Husbandry in Kashmir, Muqeem tapped the vast potential of dairy farming, transforming it into a lucrative business venture. Currently supplying approximately 300 liters of fresh milk to the market, Muqeem has not only secured a handsome livelihood for himself but has also created employment opportunities for many in the district, the press release said.
During the conversation on “Awaam Ki Awaaz,” the LG praised Muqeem’s entrepreneurial spirit and announced his commitment to further growth.
Sinha said that his uplifting story highlights the “importance of recognizing and nurturing the unique talents and aspirations of individuals like Peerzada Muqeem, while also showcasing the significant role played by governmental support systems in empowering educated youth to explore unconventional avenues for economic growth and self-sufficiency.”
Setting an ambitious target of supplying 1000 liters of milk by the end of this month, Muqeem exemplifies the notion that success and knowledge are not merely sought but achieved through hard work and bold decision-making.
