Underlining the various initiatives being taken for upliftment of the youth, Union Minister of State for Labour & Employment (Independent Charge) Santosh Gangwar has said that India is committed to improve employment outcomes for all youth in India, including women and vulnerable section of the people, through an enduring, long-term commitment for better opportunities.
He said that the Government is making all-out efforts to improve the bridge between education and employment, and to prepare young people for the future of work. A number of policies and schemes have been undertaken for upliftment of the youth through skills development, employment generation, and entrepreneurship programs.
Appreciating the idea of partnership between the Ministry and UNICEF for empowering youths to gain relevant skills and guidance, Gangwar said that the collaboration is a starting point to facilitate direct dialogue and feedback mechanism between youth and other stakeholders including policy makers.