A Leap Toward Empowering the Future: In a monumental effort to uplift rural youth, the Jharkhand government has rolled out a series of skill development programs aimed at enhancing employability and fostering self-reliance. These initiatives promise to transform the landscape for young individuals, offering them the tools to build a brighter future.

Key Programs in Focus:

• Mukhymantri Sarthi Yojna (MMSY):
  • Targeted Training: Aimed at empowering youth aged 18-35, especially from marginalized communities, MMSY offers free training in NSQF-aligned job roles.
  • Inclusive Focus: The program specifically supports Scheduled Tribes, Scheduled Castes, and women, persons with disabilities, and transgender individuals.
  • Allowance Support: Participants receive ₹1,000 per month for boys and ₹1,500 per month for girls, transgender, and disabled candidates until they secure employment.
  • Scope: The program is available across 24 districts in Jharkhand, with a goal to train 15,000+ youthannually.
  • Website: JSDM MMSY
• BIRSA (Block Level Institute for Rural Skill Acquisition):
  • Localized Training: Focused on block-level training, BIRSA targets 500 individuals per center annually.
  • Curriculum: Courses are available up to NSQF levels I, II, and III, ensuring accessible and relevant skills for rural youth.
  • Impact: The initiative aims to establish training centers in all 24 districts to offer affordable and localized training.
  • Website: JSDM BIRSA

Expanding Opportunities:

• Saksham Jharkhand Kaushal Vikas Yojana (SJKVY):
  • Massive Reach: The state aims to train 30,000 youth under this initiative by the end of 2024.
  • Versatile Options: Offering both residential and non-residential training models, it aims to enhance job readiness and entrepreneurship.
  • Focus on Self-Employment: The program emphasizes creating job-ready skills, which will empower youth to become entrepreneurs or find employment in various sectors.
  • Website: JSDM SJKVY

The Road Ahead:

• Supportive Infrastructure: The expansion of Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs), along with Model Career and Counseling Centers, ensures that youth have the right guidance and infrastructure to succeed.
• Expected Impact: With over 50,000 youth expected to benefit by 2025, these initiatives aim to reduce unemployment in rural Jharkhand while contributing to economic growth and empowerment.

Conclusion: Jharkhand’s progressive approach to skill development will provide the rural youth with industry-relevant skills, fostering a new era of self-sufficiency and employment. The government’s investment in these programs reflects its vision to create a skilled workforce capable of driving the state’s socio-economic progress.