In a powerful step toward shaping a more inclusive and self-reliant India under the Viksit Bharat@2047 vision, the Government of India has launched a groundbreaking skilling initiativeโNAVYA (Nurturing Aspirations through Vocational Training for Young Adolescent Girls). Unveiled on 24th June 2025 in Sonbhadra, Uttar Pradesh, this initiative is a joint pilot project by the Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD) and the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE).
๐ธ What is NAVYA?
NAVYA, short for Nurturing Aspirations through Vocational Training for Young Adolescent Girls, is a bold government initiative targeting adolescent girls aged 16 to 18 years. With a minimum qualification of Class 10, these girls will receive short-term vocational training in non-traditional and emerging job roles under flagship schemes like the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) and PM Vishwakarma Yojana.
๐ค The Launch Event Highlights
The NAVYA program was jointly launched by:
- Shri Jayant Chaudhary, Minister of State (Independent Charge), MSDE
- Smt. Savitri Thakur, Minister of State, MWCD
Girls from across India participated virtually through a live webcast, highlighting a nationwide commitment to the program.
๐ฃ๏ธ โNAVYA is not just about employmentโitโs about confidence, entrepreneurship, and economic independence,โ said Shri Jayant Chaudhary.
๐ฃ๏ธ โThis is a milestone for empowering girls to lead lives of dignity and self-reliance,โ said Smt. Savitri Thakur.
๐ ๏ธ Key Features of NAVYA
- Pilot Implementation: Rolled out across 27 Aspirational and Northeastern districts in 19 states.
- Vocational Courses Offered:
- Graphic Design
- Telecom & Financial Services
- Smartphone & Drone Assembly
- Solar PV & CCTV Installation
- Hand Embroidery
- Target Beneficiaries: Girls aged 16โ18, identified by MWCD.
- Training Resources: Leveraging existing training centers and infrastructure under PMKVY and PM Vishwakarma Yojana.
- Inclusive Approach: Designed to reach underserved regions and vulnerable populations, especially in tribal and backward districts.
๐ก NAVYA in Action: Training for a Modern India
NAVYA aims to modernize how young women in India view their future by opening doors to high-demand, emerging career sectors. These include digital skills, clean energy, and entrepreneurial trades, giving them real opportunities to participate in Indiaโs growing economy.
The program also encourages self-employment, supporting adolescent girls to launch their businesses in the future.
At the launch event, beneficiaries who previously underwent training under PMKVY and PM Vishwakarma Yojana shared inspiring stories of personal transformation, reinforcing the success potential of NAVYA.
๐ Why NAVYA Matters for Indiaโs Future
NAVYA isnโt just another skill-development programโitโs a transformative social mission that ties directly into India’s goals of gender empowerment, inclusive development, and economic self-reliance. By focusing on non-traditional job roles and emerging technologies, NAVYA sets a new benchmark for how governments can empower next-generation women leaders.
By 2047, when India aims to become a developed nation, NAVYA graduates will form a strong, capable workforce that contributes not only economically but also socially.
๐ Points to Remember
- NAVYA was launched on 24 June 2025 in Sonbhadra, Uttar Pradesh.
- It is a joint initiative by MWCD and MSDE under the Viksit Bharat@2047 vision.
- Targets adolescent girls aged 16โ18 years with vocational training in non-traditional fields.
- Implemented in 27 districts across 19 states, focusing on Aspirational and Northeastern regions.
- Leverages existing skill development programs like PMKVY and PM Vishwakarma Yojana.
โ Conclusion
With NAVYA, the Government of India is turning vision into actionโensuring that every adolescent girl, regardless of her region or background, gets the chance to dream, build, and lead. This initiative will not only bridge gender gaps in the workforce but also accelerate Indiaโs journey toward becoming a Viksit Bharat by 2047.
Letโs celebrate this progressive leap and continue to support platforms that prioritize the empowerment of Indiaโs daughtersโthe real architects of our nation’s future.
