NAVYA Scheme

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Why in news?

Recently, new skilling initiative called NAVYA is launched for adolescent girls by Indian Government.

• NAVYA – Nurturing Aspirations through Vocational Training for Young Adolescent Girls.
• Launched by – Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD).
• Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE).
• Target group – Adolescent girls aged 16 to 18 years, with focus on Aspirational and tribal districts and potential for girls to establish small businesses after training.

Objectives:

• To empower adolescent girls aged 16 to 18 years through vocational training.
• To focus on non-traditional and emerging job roles to prepare them for the future job market.
• To promote confidence, economic independence, and entrepreneurial spirit, especially in Aspirational and tribal districts.
• Pilot phase coverage – 27 North-eastern and Aspirational districts across 19 States.
• Each participating district has designated training centres offering job-role-specific vocational courses tailored to the needs of adolescent girls.
• Training & Implementation – Girls identified by MWCD will be trained through short-term skill development courses.
• Training under – Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) and PM Vishwakarma Yojana.
• Focus areas for skill training include,
  • Graphic design
  • Telecom and financial services
  • Smartphone and drone assembly
  • Solar PV and CCTV installation
  • Hand embroidery

Significance

• It supports the vision of Viksit Bharat@2047 through inclusive development.
  It promotes skill development among marginalized sections, particularly girls from rural, tribal, and backward regions.
• It facilitates participation of adolescent girls in emerging sectors, including STEM and technology-driven industries.
• It encourages entrepreneurial initiatives by young women, aiding in self-sufficiency and economic empowerment.
• It integrates efforts under Skill India Mission for a future-ready workforce.

Reference

PIB| NAVYA Scheme