Gujarat's Youth Empowerment: A Leap Towards Atmanirbharta

Gujarat's Chief Minister, Bhupendra Patel, has lauded the nation's youth as a pivotal resource for driving India's future growth. During the Youth Employment and Skill Empowerment Ceremony held in Gandhinagar as part of Vikas Saptah, which spanned from October 7 to 15, the Chief Minister emphasized the strategic initiatives being undertaken to convert this demographic dividend into a catalyst for the nation's economic progress.

In a demonstration of commitment to youth employment, 57,502 appointment letters were distributed to newly employed individuals in the private sector, facilitated by 658 recruitment fairs across Gujarat. These initiatives aim to curb dropout rates among ITI trainees and are bolstered by provisional offers to over 25,000 youths. MoUs with over 100 industry partners were also signed to ensure that the workforce aligns with industry demands.

Chief Minister Patel noted that such employment opportunities not only enable economic independence but also support the broader goal of Atmanirbharta. He highlighted the transformative journey over the past 24 years in Gujarat, where the youth have evolved from job seekers to job creators, significantly contributing to the state's thriving startup ecosystem. The initiatives underscore the vision laid out by Prime Minister Modi to advance skill development and promote a self-reliant India.

(With inputs from agencies.)