Tag: Skill Development

Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired the 11th Governing Council Meeting of NITI Aayog in New Delhi, bringing together Chief Ministers of all 28 states, Union Ministers, and policymakers in an unprecedented display of cooperative federalism. Focused on the theme “Inclusive Human Development for Viksit Bharat @2047,” the meeting emphasized youth empowerment, women-led development, job creation, innovation, sustainable growth, and stronger Centre-State collaboration to achieve the vision of a developed India by 2047.

Under the Chhattisgarh Government’s ambitious Nischay Programme, 67 inmates of Raipur Central and Women’s Jail received skill development certificates, marking a significant step toward rehabilitation, self-reliance and social reintegration.

BJP councillor Alok Shroti has termed the Chhattisgarh Budget 2026–27 a youth-centric financial plan, highlighting major allocations for universities, skill institutions, infrastructure development, and student support schemes aimed at strengthening education and employment opportunities.

Handloom weavers from Sukul Daihan village in Rajnandgaon received advanced training under the MSME Ministry’s RAMP scheme, focusing on digital marketing, e-commerce access, branding, and financial assistance programmes to boost rural entrepreneurship.

Collector directs banks and departments to jointly organise loan awareness camps and ensure timely disposal of cases to strengthen...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for Phase B expansion of IIT Bhilai, a ₹500 crore project aimed at advancing research, innovation, and technical education in Chhattisgarh. The initiative includes new academic blocks, AI and renewable energy labs, and housing for 1,000 additional students, aligning with NEP 2020 to strengthen industry-academia collaboration and position the state as a central hub for STEM excellence.

A unique initiative in Mohla district is empowering rural youth through masonry training under the PMAY-G scheme. Spearheaded by Collector Tulika Prajapati, the program is simultaneously creating self-employment opportunities and accelerating the completion of dream homes for villagers.

Assembly Speaker Dr. Raman Singh inaugurated a Rajmistri training program at Livelihood College, Sankara, distributing offer letters to trainees and announcing ₹10 lakh for village development. The program under the Chief Minister’s Skill Development Scheme provides youth and women with practical skills, employment opportunities, and lifelong expertise.

A week-long Career Guidance and Personality Development Workshop at Digvijay College, Rajnandgaon, concluded with experts urging students to combine academic knowledge with practical skills. Speakers highlighted entrepreneurship, customer satisfaction, and social media branding as key tools for success.

Mohla, Chhattisgarh: The Sampurnata Abhiyan Award Ceremony, held at Dussehra Ground, Mohla, honored outstanding officials and employees for their contributions under the Aspirational District Program. With stalls showcasing government schemes and SHG products, the event highlighted both administrative achievements and women-led livelihood empowerment across the tribal region.

Under the directive of the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, a vibrant "Purple Fair" was organized at CRC Centre, Thakurtola, to empower and uplift persons with disabilities (PwDs). Former MP Abhishek Singh, the chief guest, praised the inclusive initiative that provided a platform for PwDs to showcase their talent, access skill development opportunities, and receive assistive devices like wheelchairs, hearing aids, and tricycles. Cultural events, employment stalls, science exhibitions, and a taste of traditional Chhattisgarhi cuisine added charm to the event.

Under the chairmanship of Collector Dr. Sarveshwar Narendra Bhure, the District Mineral Foundation (DMF) Governing Council approved development projects worth ₹60 crore, with a special focus on education, nutrition, healthcare, women’s empowerment, and infrastructure in directly and indirectly mining-affected areas.