About Us
Maharashtra Entrepreneurship Development and Growth in Employment (MahaEDGE) is a joint initiative of MPBCDC and MAHAPREIT, formed to empower 2,00,000+ beneficiaries from the target communities.
MahaEDGE will implement the objectives of Pradhan Mantri Anusuchit Jaati Abhyuday Yojna (PM-AJAY) through its programs. Its aim is to generate additional employment opportunities through skill development, income generating schemes and other initiatives.
The 3 years plan for this initiative includes
Training 2,00,000 beneficiaries from target communities on employability and entrepreneurship skills.
Creating infrastructure needed for availing income generating opportunities.
Collaborating with various skilling programs at state and central level for necessary funding.
30+
Sector Skill Councils
2 Lakh+
Beneficiaries
10+
Industries
500+
Mentors
100+
Startups
MPBCDC
About
Objectives
Mahatma Phule Backward Class Development Corporation (MPBCDC) is a Government of Maharashtra State PSU under the Department of Social Justice. Its main objective is to bring about the economic upliftment of the economically weak families of the Scheduled Castes and Neo-Buddhists in the state of Maharashtra and to provide financial assistance for self-employment under various schemes to uplift the living standards of the dependents of unsanitary cleaners.
MPBCDC emplowers the backward class through various schemes such as -
State Subsidy Scheme
State Margin Money Scheme
State Direct Finance Scheme
State Training Scheme
NSFDC (National Scheduled Castes Finance And Development Corporation) Schemes
NSFKDC (National Safai Karamcharis Finance & Development Corporation) Schemes
MAHAPREIT
About
Objectives
Mahatma Phule Renewable Energy and Infrastructure Technology Limited (MAHAPREIT) is a wholly owned subsidiary Company of Mahatma Phule Backward Class Development Corporation (MPBCDC)-A Government of Maharashtra State PSU. The primary objective of this company is to venture into businesses related to solar energy projects, decarbonization, energy efficiency, battery storage solutions, alternative fuel cell technologies, and addressing climate issues.
MAHAPREIT undertakes projects under different verticals like -
Renewable Energy with Solar Power Projects
Energy saving Scheme for ULB & EV Charging Stations
Agro Processing Value Chain and Bio Fuels
Affordable Housing, ARHS and schemes under MoUHA, GoI under EWS and PMAY
Highway and Infrastructure Projects
Environment and Climate Change
Media management, social media narratives and providing enabling platforms for all PR network-related activities for State and Central PSU and ULB, etc.
New and Emerging Technology Projects especially in Green Hydrogen, Futuristic Energy Integration Projects, Software Technology and Application-Based Services and CSR Projects
MSKC
About
Objectives
Mahapreit Startup Knowledge Center (MSKC) is dedicated to training, research, and management in all Science and Technology relevant Fields, including industries related to MAHAPREIT and MPBCDC. Through innovation and collaboration, MKSC strives for holistic rural and urban development, empowering marginalized communities and fostering a brighter future for all.
MKSC’s objectives are -
Renewable Energy with Solar Power ProjectsFoster sustainable development through skill development and startup promotion.
Promote gender equality and environmental awareness.
Focus on holistic rural and urban development.
Empower marginalized communities.
Drive innovation and collaboration.
Enhance infrastructure and disaster management.
Achieve socio-economic upliftment and environmental sustainability.
Drive inclusive growth and address 'climate change' challenges.
Enhance accessibility to education and vocational training.
Contribute to research and development for societal benefit.
Focus Areas
Employment
MahaEDGE focuses on facilitating job opportunities through targeted skill development programs, job fairs, and partnerships with industries to ensure inclusive employment for backward class youths, fostering economic independence and social mobility.
Self-employment
Empowering backward class youths to become self-employed through training, mentorship, access to finance, and assistance in business development, fostering self-reliance and economic empowerment within their communities.
Livelihood
MahaEDGE aims to support the creation of sustainable livelihood options for the backward class by promoting agriculture, vocational training in traditional crafts, and fostering micro-enterprises tailored to local contexts, thereby enhancing their socio-economic well-being and fostering community development.
News & Updates
Notice Board
MPBCDC to launch MAHA-EDGE on 15th February 11 AM at Sahyadri Guest House, Mumbai.
MPBCDC to sign MOUs with 20+ Sector Skills Councils (SSCs) as part of its mission to train 2,00,000 beneficiaries over the next 3 years.
MPBCDC to start the Phase-1 of Skill Development program under (PM-AJAY) aiming at training 20,000 beneficiaries in the targeted community.