NAVYA Scheme Launched to Skill Adolescent Girls

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Government launched pilot scheme for Adolescent girls of 16-18 named NAVYA Scheme

In line with the Prime Minister’s vision of Viksit Bharat@2047 and the Government’s unwavering commitment to women-led development launched the NAVYA SCHEME.
The scheme is launched by the Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD), in convergence with the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE).
This scheme will be a joint pilot initiative of both the Ministries for Skilling of Adolescent Girls.
NAVYA – Nurturing Aspirations through Vocational Training for Young Adolescent Girls.

NAVYA is a pilot initiative aimed at equipping adolescent girls aged 16–18 years with a minimum qualification of Class 10, with vocational training mainly in non-traditional job roles.
This pilot initiative will be implemented in 27 Districts of the country, which include Aspirational districts and districts of North-eastern States spanning across 19 States, reflecting the Government’s inclusive and targeted approach to reaching underserved regions and vulnerable populations.
As part of the launch, both Ministries will formalise their collaboration to institutional convergence on skilling efforts for adolescent girls.
The programme will draw upon the strengths of Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) and other flagship skill development schemes.
The launch event will feature interactions with adolescent girl trainees, distribution of PMKVY and PM Vishwakarma certificates.
Through NAVYA, the Government of India will reaffirm its commitment to empowering girls with skills, confidence, and opportunities, ensuring that every young woman becomes a catalyst in India’s journey towards a developed, self-reliant, and inclusive future

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