Itanagar, The Arunachal State Rural Livelihoods Mission on Monday signed MoUs with seven project implementing agencies to roll out placement-linked skill development training across the state under Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana 2.0, officials said.
Under the initiative, the state aims to expand access to industry-oriented skill training for rural youth, enhance their employability, and secure sustainable livelihood opportunities through placement-linked programmes under DDU-KY 2.0, an official said. Arunachal State Rural Livelihoods Mission Chief Executive Officer and State Mission Director Sangeeta Yirang stressed the crucial role of skill development in empowering rural youth and creating viable employment pathways.
“The success of DDU-GKY 2.0 will depend significantly on the institutional commitment, accountability, and active participation of all stakeholders,” Yirang said. “Quality training, coupled with regular monitoring and sustained post-placement support, is essential to ensure meaningful and sustainable employment outcomes for our rural youth,” he said, adding that measurable employment impact remains the primary benchmark of success.
