युवा रोजगार
ऑफलाइन एवं ऑनलाइन के माध्यम से रोजगार प्रदान किया जायेगा बेरोजगारी उन्मूलन अभियान (Unemployment Abolition Campaign/UAC) का उद्देश्य लोगो को उनकी क्षमता के अनुशार रोजगार उपलब्ध करना है और यदि किसी के अंदर क्षमताओं की कमी है तो उसकी क्षमताओं को निःशुल्क विकसित किया जाएगा।
Youth employment in India is a complex issue with both opportunities and challenges. The country has a significant demographic dividend with over 65% of its population under the age of 35, but unemployment rates among youth remain high.
*Key Statistics:*
- *Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR)*: 55.2% of Indians aged 15 years and above were working or seeking work in 2022, up from 50.2% in 2019.
- *Unemployment Rate*: The unemployment rate for youth aged 15-29 was over 17% in 2023, significantly higher than the overall unemployment rate.
- *Worker-Population Rate*: India's worker-population rate for youth is 40% lower compared to older age groups.¹ ²
*Challenges:*
- *Skills Gap*: Many Indian youth lack the skills required to meet industry demands.
- *Limited Job Opportunities*: The labor market is characterized by a paradox of a growing pool of young, educated individuals and high unemployment rates.
*Opportunities and Solutions:*
- *Emerging Sectors*: Industries like renewable energy, healthcare, and technology are expected to generate significant employment opportunities.
- *Government Initiatives*: Programs like Skill India, Digital India, and Make in India aim to create jobs and equip youth with necessary skills.
- *Startups and Entrepreneurship*: India is witnessing a startup boom, with many young entrepreneurs creating jobs and innovating across industries.
- *Global Outsourcing Hub*: Strengthening India's position as a preferred outsourcing destination can create millions of jobs.
*Way Forward:*
- *Revamp Education and Training*: Align educational curricula with industry demands and emphasize vocational training.
- *Promote Inclusive Employment*: Focus on increasing female labor force participation and supporting marginalized communities.
- *Foster Innovation*: Encourage research and entrepreneurship through grants, incubators, and incentives.
