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PRIME Conducts Capacity-Building and Train-the-Trainer Workshops for Block Officers in Meghalaya
The Business Facilitation team from PRIME conducted a Capacity-Building Program and Train-the-Trainer Workshop on Entrepreneurship and PRIME on the 6th
IFAD GAP Funding
PRIME Meghalaya in collaboration with GAP Fund and Access held a Session on IFAD GAP Funding on November 26, 2024
PRIME Meghalaya’s 5th and 6th Outdoor Bootcamp for Cohort 4.0
From November 18 to 21, 2024, PRIME Meghalaya successfully organized the 5th and 6th Outdoor Bootcamp for Cohort 4.0. This
PRIME Entrepreneurs at Northeast Woolen Expo 2024 in Guwahati
The Northeast Woolen Expo 2024 was held from February 3rd to February 9th, 2024, in Guwahati. This special event was
EMPOWER Fest 2.0
On October 23-24, 2024, the State Resource Centre on Disability Affairs, in partnership with PRIME Meghalaya, hosted a focused workshop
Intercollege Ideation Competition, Tura
From 15th to 23rd July 2024 – PRIME Meghalaya, in collaboration with BIRAC’s BioNEST Bio-incubator at NEHU, Tura organized the
Workshop for PWDs
On 20th September 2024 – The Meghalaya State Rural Livelihoods Society (MSRLS), Ministry of Rural Development in collaboration with various
IMPACT Week
From July 4th to 11th, 2024, Martin Luther Christian University (MLCU), Shillong, in collaboration with PRIME Meghalaya, hosted IMPACT Week
Exposure Trip cum Faculty Development Program to Hyderabad
From 22nd to 26th July 2024 – The team from the EED & O sector of PRIME Meghalaya, along with
Capacity Building Program and Train the Trainer Workshop
From 6th to 8th, August 2024 – PRIME conducted a Capacity Building program and Train the Trainer Workshop on Entrepreneurship
Workshop on CatalyseTech EntreprenueHer Innovation Challenge for Women
On 7th June, 2024 – The SELCO Foundation, in collaboration PRIME Meghalaya, organized a workshop on the CatalyseTech EntreprenueHer Innovation
2nd Bootcamp: Fourth Cohort
On June 27th and 28th, 2024, PRIME Meghalaya held the second bootcamp for its 4th cohort, focusing on the “Business
4th Bootcamp: Fourth Cohort
On September 30th and October 1st 2024, PRIME Meghalaya hosted its fourth bootcamp for Cohort 4.0, bringing together a group
3rd Bootcamp: Fourth Cohort
The 3rd Bootcamp for PRIME Meghalaya’s Cohort 4.0 conducted on the 22nd & 23rd August 2024, themed “Go to Market,”
PRIME Participation: Peer Learning Workshop, hosted by the Atal Innovation Mission
The three-day Peer Learning Workshop in Bangalore from the 6th – 8th November 2024, hosted by the Atal Innovation Mission,
North East Entrepreneurship Development Programme (NEEDP)- Pitching Program
PITCHING ROUND organised by the North East Entrepreneurship Development Programme (NEEDP) in collaboration with PRIME Meghalaya, IIM Calcutta Innovation Park
Hon’ble Consul General’s visit at PRIME Hub, Shillong
On 30 April 2024, PRIME Meghalaya had the pleasure of hosting the Hon’ble Consul General from the Consulate General of
CM ELEVATE CONCLAVE 2024
In a significant event, PRIME, in partnership with government departments, organized the CM ELEVATE CONCLAVE in Shillong and Tura on
MeitY Tide 2.0
On March 15th, 2024, PRIME, SIDBI, and CGST Shillong collaborated to host a workshop aimed at empowering entrepreneurs. The workshop
Workshop on ONDC & GST
On March 15th, 2024, PRIME collaborated with SIDBI and CGST Shillong to host a workshop aimed at guiding entrepreneurs on
PRIME Meghalaya participated in ‘ASCEND’- the Academic Institution Capacity Building Program
PRIME Meghalaya, along with nine academic institutions across the state, participated in ‘ASCEND,’ the Academic Institution Capacity Building Program, as
PRIME Meghalaya participated in the ‘Building Innovation & Startup Ecosystem’ workshop in Agartala
PRIME Meghalaya joined hands with fellow North-Eastern states at the ‘Building Innovation & Startup Ecosystem’ workshop in Agartala held on
Pre- Christmas Celebration at PRIME
PRIME family indulged in some Pre-Christmas celebrations on the 20th of December, 2023 at PRIME Startup Hub Shillong and Tura.
Filmmaking and Photography workshop
PRIME Meghalaya organized a Filmmaking and Photography workshop on the topic of ‘Pursuing Independent Filmmaking and Photography’ on 14th August
PRIME’s first Bootcamp for the 4th Cohort
PRIME’s first Bootcamp for the 4th Cohort brought together a group of entrepreneurs from across Meghalaya—representing Khasi, Jaintia, Ri-Bhoi, and
Graduation Ceremony of the PRIME Pre- Incubation Entrepreneurs of Batch 4
On November 7th & 8th, 2023, PRIME Pre-Incubation celebrated the graduation of its 4th Batch with two action-packed days. Day
PRIME Meghalaya participated in the World Youth Skills Day 2023
PRIME Meghalaya participated in the World Youth Skills Day organized by Meghalaya State Skill Development Society (MSSDS), Department of Labour,
POP-UP SALE, RESUBELPARA
Resubelpara, North Garo Hills witnessed their very first pop up sale on the 7th of July 2023 which was organised
GST, TDS, Tally & ZOHO Books Workshop
A recent collaborative effort between PRIME and V. Singhi & Associates aimed to provide a practical understanding of financial management
PRIME Meghalaya participated in the Ex- Servicemen Rally 2023
PRIME Meghalaya participated in the Ex- Servicemen Rally 2023 organized by the Headquarters 101 Area, Indian Army and Rajya Sainik
World Entrepreneur’s Day 2023
In an event that resonated with inspiration and entrepreneurial spirit, PRIME commemorated World Entrepreneurs’ Day today at the PRIME Startup
MENU ENGINEERING
On November 9, 2023, Shri. Aditya Sen, Program Head at PRIME, led a workshop focused on Menu Engineering for ‘food
Accelerate Your Innovation Quotient Workshop
The “Accelerate Your Innovation Quotient” workshop, spanning three days, i.e., 10th – 12th August, convened an esteemed assembly of government
2-day onboarding program for the Pre-incubation Batch 4
PRIME Meghalaya conducted a 2-day onboarding program for the Pre-incubation Batch 4 on the 11th & 12th of July, 2023
Orientation & Pitching program of the Top 100 entrepreneurs of the CMECC 4.0- Tura
On November 27th and 28th, 2023, the Orientation and Pitching program for the Top 100 startups in the Garo Hills
Orientation & Pitching program of the Top 100 entrepreneurs of the CMECC 4.0
PRIME Meghalaya conducted the Chief Minister’s E-Championship Challenge 4.0 Pitch Orientation and Pitching for the Top 100 selected entrepreneurs of
IMPACT WEEK 2023
The IMPACT WEEK, held in Shillong, Meghalaya from April 19th to 27th, 2023, was a collaborative effort by PRIME, Lufthansa
FIRST ANNUAL ENTREPRENEURIAL MEET 2023
Shillong College in collaboration with PRIME Meghalay In the past thirteen years the Entrepreneurship Development Cell (EDC) of the College
PRIME Music Incubation: Grand Finale
On October 14th, 2023, the Grand Finale of the PRIME Music Incubation program, organized by the Durama Association of Arts
Megha Start-up Expo 2023, Tura Meghalaya
October 3, 2023, Tura, Meghalaya – The Megha Start-up Expo 2023 kicked off with a blend of excitement and inspiration,
Meghalaya’s First E-Cycle Circuit Launches in Khliehshnong Sohra: A Step Towards Sustainable Tourism
September 27, 2023, Sohra, Meghalaya: In a move that blends the beauty of Meghalaya with a commitment to sustainability, Shangkai,
Faculty Development Program
3 – 7 June 2024 – The University of Science & Technology Meghalaya (USTM), in collaboration with PRIME Meghalaya, successfully
Launch of ‘Nutrition Galore’
On September 29, 2023, a significant milestone was achieved with the launch of an innovative online diet clinic called ‘Nutrition
Celebrating Entrepreneurship at the PRIME Meghapreneur Expo 2024
From February 7 to 9, 2024, Meghalaya hosted the PRIME Meghapreneur Expo, bringing together entrepreneurs from various sectors. Organized by
PSREF and SELCO Foundation Workshop on Energy and Built Environment
On September 12, 2023, PRIME Hub in Shillong was buzzing with enthusiasm as Fellows and Associates from the PRIME Sauramandala
Celebrating the Launch of Solace & Peace Innerwear
On September 6, 2023, at the PRIME hub in Shillong, Solace & Peace Innerwear was introduced to the world, bringing
Capacity Building workshop for Entrepreneurship Development & Export Oriented Skills
The 3rd Edition of the Capacity Building workshop for Entrepreneurship Development & Export Oriented Skills organized by the Indian Chamber
The North East Entrepreneurship Machinery & Innovation Exhibition (NEEMIE)
PRIME hosted the North East Entrepreneurship Machinery & Innovation Exhibition (NEEMIE) from September 20th to 22nd, 2023. Over the span
CM Elevate Loan Mela
26 – 11 July 2024 – The CM ELEVATE Program aims to support entrepreneurs in Meghalaya by providing financial assistance
Advanced Training for Packaging, Handicraft, Bamboo & Traditional Medicine
16th- 26th January, 2023- The advanced training for Packaging, Handicraft, Bamboo & Traditional Medicine, was initiated by PRIME, Meghalaya through
PRIME’S 1st Mentor’s Workshop
PRIME conducted its first two-day Mentor Workshop on the 29th and 30th March 2023 where established entrepreneurs from across the
5th & Final Bootcamp for the 3rd Cohort of entrepreneurs
The 5th and final bootcamp for the 3rd Cohort of entrepreneurs was conducted on the 29th & 30th November 2023
4th Bootcamp- “Understanding Entity Types, Equity & Ownership, and Company Valuation” for Cohort 3
PRIME, in collaboration with the accomplished finance expert Pankaj Periwal, Partner at V. Singhi & Associates, conducted a comprehensive two-day
3rd Bootcamp “Go to Market” for Cohort 3
PRIME Meghalaya recently wrapped up its highly successful 3rd Bootcamp for Cohort 3, focusing on the topic of “Go to
Outdoor Bootcamp for Cohort 3
PRIME conducted it Outdoor Bootcamp for the 3rd Cohort of entrepreneurs at Umkhakoi, Mawlyngbna, East Khasi Hills District from the
1st Bootcamp- ‘Setting of vision and mission‘ and ‘Understanding market approach and customer needs’ for the Cohort 3 entrepreneurs
PRIME Meghalaya welcomed the Cohort 3 Entrepreneurs of the CMECC 3.0 and hosted the 1st Bootcamp- ‘Setting of vision and
Release of the PRIME Catch Song “I have a Dream”
17th of January, 2023- PRIME Meghalaya in collaboration with Summersalt released the PRIME Catch song ‘I have a Dream’ at
PRIME’s 1st Mentor’s Workshop
PRIME conducted its first two-day Mentor Workshop on the 29th and 30th March 2023 where established entrepreneurs from across the
KNOW YOUR ENTREPRENEUR- Tengsrang Sangma, Founder of Ja.kop Footwear
Ja.kop Footwear – a startup currently undergoing incubation under PRIME is founded by Mr. Tengsrang Sangma, a self-taught entrepreneur from
KNOW YOUR ENTREPRENEUR- Harador Khariong, the founder of Plant Parenthood
“Plant Parenthood chose me more than I choose it and despite the challenges posed by the pandemic, tending to my
3rd Edition of the Capacity Building workshop for Entrepreneurship Development & Export Oriented Skills
The 3rd Edition of the Capacity Building workshop for Entrepreneurship Development & Export Oriented Skills organized by the Indian Chamber
Know Your Entrepreneur- Geraldine Ch. Momin, founder of Ella’s Craft-A-Torium
Geraldine Ch. Momin, a mother and a 9 to 5 working woman residing in Upper Babupara, Tura, WGH Meghalaya had
KNOW YOUR ENTREPRENEUR- Dr. Elvee Marbaniang & Siddharth Das, founders of Runo Health
Dr. Elvee Marbaniang and Siddharth Das, founders of Runo Health barely knew each other before fate brought them together. Dr.
“Can I be an Entrepreneur?” – An Entrepreneurship Promotion Program
Martin Luther Christian University (MLCU) in collaboration with PRIME Meghalaya conducted an entrepreneurship promotion program titled “Can I be an entrepreneur?”
Awareness program on NEEDP by NEC in collaboration with IIMCIP
North East Entrepreneurship Development Program (NEEDP) an initiative of NEC (North Eastern Council) implemented in association with IIM Calcutta Innovation Park
Women Entrepreneurship Programme 2022
“The key to success is to start before you are ready.”- Marie Forleo. With an aim on developing the entrepreneurial mindset
PRIME Inclusive Entrepreneurship (Inc-preneurship) programme
Building an entrepreneurial ecosystem for persons with disabilities in Meghalaya Entrepreneurship has begun an upward journey in Meghalaya through the initiatives
MEGHALUXION 2022- A Revolution for Solutions
St. Anthony’s College on October 29th , 2022 conducted the first ever program on entrepreneurship development or Design Thinking titled as
Meghalaya Impact Week, 2022
PRIME in collaboration with the Airline Lufthansa and their NGO-arm Help Alliance conducted a multi-day event called “Impact Week” where
MeitY Ideathon Programme, Meghalaya
MeitY Ideathon is an entrepreneurship focused initiative by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India with the
PILOT PWD DESIGN THINKING WORKSHOP SRCDA, CIVIL HOSPITAL SHILLONG
The State Resource Centre on Disability Affairs (SRCDA) in collaboration with PRIME Startup hub Meghalaya and Barefoot Trust held an entrepreneurship
12th Edition of IIM Shillong’s Annual Entrepreneurship Summit, EmergE
The IIM, Shillong 12th Edition of IIM Shillong’s Annual Entrepreneurship Summit, EmergE, a two days summit was organized to inspire young
Seminar on Bio- Entrepreneurship Opportunities at Meghalaya
With an aim to build a dynamic ecosystem for entrepreneurship and innovation that engages with a robust and enthusiastic network of
KNOW YOUR ENTREPRENEUR- James Eventis Dkhar, Founder of Nela Handloom
James Eventis Dkhar, a 38 year old entrepreneur from Mawkasiang, Meghalaya started his career as a taxi driver but he
KNOW YOUR ENTREPRENEUR- Dipankar Sarkar, Founder of Blue Print Creatives
Dipankar Sarkar, the founder of Blue Print Creatives & a professional photographer and videographer, from Tura West Garo Hills District,
Know Your Entrepreneur- Jendrasing Kurkalang, Founder of M/S Kurkalang
Jendrasing Kurkalang from the village of Phlangwanbroi in Mawsynram Block, East Khasi Hills District is an entrepreneur incubated at PRIME
Shillong’s first Pizza Truck “The Crust” – Pizza you’ll love
Emisouwi’s business idea of starting up his own Pizzeria came into being as he wanted to create employment for himself
PRIME’s 4 Years of accomplishment within the MDA Government.
Previous Next The MDA Government celebrated its 4 Years of its formation on the 8th of March, 2022 at the
“Eri Weave, a brand with an aim to preserve the legacy of Eri silk”
Previous Next Kong Iaishah Rymbai in collaboration with PRIME Meghalaya, launched the brand “Eri Weave”- A hand woven silk at
Amazon Masterclass
Previous Next PRIME hosted the Amazon Masterclass on 26th October, 2021 and received an overwhelming participation of more than 100
PRIME Pre-Incubation Program: Batch 1
Previous Next PRIME welcomed its first Batch of Entrepreneurs for the Pre-Incubation Program on 30th October, 2021. The two hour
Chief Minister’s E-Championship Conclave, Tura
Previous Next PRIME hosted the Chief Minister’s E-Championship Conclave in Tura, which was especially held for the entrepreneurs of Garo
Chief Minister’s E-Championsip Conclave 2021
Previous Next PRIME hosted the Chief Minister’s E-Championship Conclave 2021 in Shillong a few days back, which marked the Graduation
Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav: Meghalaya Edition
Previous Next To commemorate 75 years of India’s Independence, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Startup India and PRIME Entrepreneurship
Chief Minister’s E-Championship Challenge 2.0
The Chief Minister’s E-Champion Challenge programme is a recurring annual event, giving a platform to all the budding local talent
Virtual Capacity Building for Loyola College – William Nagar
Event Name: “From Idea to Execution!” – Got a business idea? Learn how to take the next steps to transform
Public Knowledge Session: A-Z of Bank Loans
Previous Next PRIME conducted a free public knowledge session on Bank Loans exclusively for the food processing entrepreneurs of Meghalaya.
Third Bootcamp
PRIME Hub hosted its 3rd Bootcamp for the Top-50 Entrepreneurs in two segments at the PRIME Hubs in Shillong and
Virtual Capacity Building for Martin Luther Christian University (MLCU)
PRIME (Promotion and Incubation of Market-driven Enterprises), a comprehensive programme launched by the Government of Meghalaya, seeks to create and
NESFB Interest Free Loans
The Zero Interest Loan Facilitation Program is a lucrative initiative taken by the Government of Meghalaya in collaboration with Northeast
Virtual Capacity Building for Don Bosco College – Tura
Topic: “From Idea to Execution!” – Got a business idea? Learn how to take the next steps to transform it
Opening Of PRIME Start-Up Hub
PRIME Startup Hub is a dedicated space for the youth and budding entrepreneurs of Meghalaya, where ideas are transformed into
Meghalaya Entrepreneurship And Startup Summit 2020
Chief Minister, Shri Conrad K Sangma inaugurated Meghalaya Entrepreneurship & Start up Summit 2020 at State Convention Centre which was