| Topic | Key Facts |
|---|---|
| NAVYA Initiative | Joint initiative by Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship and Ministry of Women and Child Development. |
| Objective | Empower adolescent girls (16-18 years) with vocational training in non-traditional job roles. Targets girls with a minimum qualification of Class 10. |
| Implementation | Pilot program launched in Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. Will expand to 27 aspirational districts across 19 states, focusing on marginalized regions. |
| Alignment | Supports Viksit Bharat@2047 vision and promotes women-led development. Aims to create a skilled, self-reliant, and inclusive workforce. |
| Linked Schemes | Utilizes Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) and other skill development schemes for execution. |

