DigiSaksham Programme

9th October, 2021 Society

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Recently, the Union Labour Ministry and Microsoft India have jointly launcheda digital Skilled platform — DigiSaksham — to enhance youth employability.
This joint initiative is an extension of the ongoing programsto support the youth from rural and semi-urban areas.

Free of cost training in digital skills including basic skills as well as advanced computing,will be provided to more than 3 lakh youths in the first year.
Priority will be given to the job-seekers of semi urban areas belonging to disadvantaged communities, including those who have lost their jobs due to Covid-19 pandemic.
Training would be conducted at the Model Career Centres (MCCs) and National Career Service Centres (NCSC) for Scheduled Castes (SCs)/Scheduled Tribes (STs) across the country.
Implemented by: Aga Khan Rural Support Programme India (AKRSP-1).
AKJRSP-I is a non-denominational, non-government development organization.
It works as a catalyst for the betterment of rural communities by providing direct support to local communities.
Role of NCS Portal: The Job Seekers can access the training through National Career Service (NCS) Portal.
NCS Portal is a one-stop solution that provides a wide array of employment and career related services to the citizens of India. It is implemented by the Ministry of Labour and Employment.

To bridge the gap of India’s digital divide, placing the country on the path to inclusive economic recovery and preparing India’s talent to thrive in a digital future catering not only to the needs of the domestic economy but also to tap the overseas employment opportunities.