Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana:
There are glaring irregularities found in the execution of Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) and the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship blacklisted 178 training partners.
- It is a skill development programme launched by government of India in 2015.
- It aims to empower the youth of India to engage in industry relevant skill training and secure a better livelihood.
- It is being implemented by the National Skill Development Corporations in partnership with multiple stakeholders.
- Candidates aged 14 to 35 yearsare generally eligible for PMKVY training programs.
- Applicants must be Indian citizens to qualify for the scheme.
- PMKVY caters to individuals from diverse educational backgrounds, including those without formal education.
- Priority is given to unemployed or underemployed individuals to enhance their employability.
- Aadhar Card: An Aadhar card is often a mandatory requirement for applying to PMKVY programs.
- Features of Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana:
- Industry experts are consulted regularly in order to ensure that updated skill training is provided according to industry demands.
- Short term training courses make it easy for people to acquire new skills within a short period of time.
- Recognition to Prior Learning is also acknowledged through certification without undergoing the same training.
- The scheme also aims to provide placement assistance for all the candidates trained in a certain skill.
