Meghalaya's Van Dhan Vikas Kendras (VDVKs) have partnered with 12 institutions to enhance rural entrepreneurship under the Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission (PMJVM). The agreements, formalized at a summit in Shillong, aim to provide technical training, R&D support, and capacity building. This initiative seeks to empower local communities by promoting value addition and market access for their products.