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The NAVYA initiative, launched by MoS Savitri Thakur and Jayant Chaudhary, focuses on vocational training for girls aged 16-18 in emerging fields like drone assembly and solar installation. The pilot phase spans 27 aspirational districts, integrating PMKVY and PM Vishwakarma resources. The program aims to boost confidence, economic independence, and entrepreneurship among young girls. With tailored courses, NAVYA seeks to transform lives in tribal and underserved regions.

Key Points: Savitri Thakur Launches NAVYA Skilling for Adolescent Girls in Sonbhadra

  • NAVYA trains girls in non-traditional roles like drone assembly and solar PV installation
  • Pilot covers 27 aspirational districts across 19 states
  • Aligns with PMKVY and PM Vishwakarma Yojana for skill development
  • Aims to foster economic independence and entrepreneurship
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NAVYA skilling initiative marks milestone in our shared mission to empower adolescent girls: MoS Savitri Thakur

MoS Savitri Thakur and Jayant Chaudhary launch NAVYA to train 16-18-year-old girls in emerging job roles, boosting self-reliance in aspirational districts.

"NAVYA marks a milestone in our shared mission to empower adolescent girls. – Savitri Thakur"

Sonbhadra, June 25

In a significant step towards empowering young girls and furthering the vision of Viksit Bharat@2047, the Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD), in convergence with the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), launched 'NAVYA' (Nurturing Aspirations through Vocational Training for Young Adolescent Girls) on Tuesday in Sonbhadra, Uttar Pradesh, as per a government release.

Launched jointly by Jayant Chaudhary, Minister of State (Independent Charge), Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, and Savitri Thakur, Minister of State, Ministry of Women and Child Development, the NAVYA programme aims to equip adolescent girls aged 16 to 18 years with vocational training mainly in non-traditional and emerging job roles. Adolescent girls from across the country participated virtually through a webcast, marking their enthusiastic presence from every part of India.

Speaking at the launch, Jayant Chaudhary highlighted that the NAVYA is not just about employment--it is about building confidence, economic independence, and entrepreneurial spirit among young girls, especially in Aspirational and tribal districts like Sonbhadra. Girls identified by MWCD will be trained through short-term skill development courses under the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY), with the potential to eventually establish small businesses of their own.

Savitri Thakur stated that the NAVYA marks a milestone in our shared mission to empower adolescent girls. Through vocational training, we aim to help them become self-reliant and confident citizens. This initiative will not only provide them with valuable skills but also guide them toward a life of dignity, independence, and self-belief.

In its pilot phase, NAVYA is being rolled out across 27 Northeastern and Aspirational districts in 19 states. Each participating district has designated training centres offering job-role-specific vocational courses tailored to the needs of adolescent girls, Women and Child Ministry said.

Under the NAVYA programme, adolescent girls are being trained in skills such as graphic design, telecom and financial services, smartphone and drone assembly, solar PV and CCTV Installation, and hand embroidery--empowering them for emerging opportunities in a rapidly evolving job market, it added.

Training under NAVYA will be implemented using existing resources from flagship schemes of MSDE like PMKVY and PM Vishwakarma Yojana.

- ANI

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Priya M.
This is such a progressive initiative! Teaching girls skills like drone assembly and solar PV installation breaks gender stereotypes. My cousin in Jharkhand would benefit greatly from this. Hope they expand it to all districts soon! 👏
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Rahul K.
Good concept but implementation is key. Hope they ensure quality trainers and proper infrastructure in remote areas like Sonbhadra. Also, will there be job placements after training? That's what matters most.
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Anjali S.
As someone who grew up in a small town, I know how transformative such programs can be. Financial independence changes everything for girls! The smartphone assembly course sounds particularly useful given India's tech boom.
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Vikram P.
Why only 27 districts? Should be nationwide from day one. Our daughters in rural MP need these opportunities too. The government must scale up quickly if they're serious about women empowerment.
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Sunita R.
The hand embroidery training worries me - isn't that reinforcing traditional roles? The other courses sound modern, but we should focus more on tech skills that pay better. Still, a good start overall.
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Karan D.
Great to see focus on aspirational districts! But will families allow girls to join? They should run awareness campaigns for parents too. Skill training is useless if societal barriers remain. #BetiBachaoBetiPadhao

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