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A decade of empowerment — from reform to rozgar

This article highlights India’s economic and employment transformation over the past decade, backed by key achievements and reforms. It notes that over 17 crore jobs were created between 2014 and 2024, the employment rate increased from 46.8% in 2017-18 to 57.4% in 2025, and unemployment declined to around 3.1%. Social security coverage expanded from 25 crore people (19%) in 2015 to more than 94 crore people (64.3%) in 2025, earning India the ISSA Award for Outstanding Achievement in Social Security 2025. The article also highlights the launch of PM-VBRY with an outlay of nearly ₹1 lakh crore to support the creation of over 3.5 crore jobs, including incentives of up to ₹15,000 for first-time employees and up to ₹3,000 per month per additional employee for employers. It further notes the disbursement of ₹2,400 crore to 15 lakh beneficiaries under the scheme, underscoring the government’s commitment to employment generation and inclusive growth.

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‘Amrit Peedhi, creators of opportunities’: Developed India rests on the youth’s well-being

This article highlights the pivotal role of India’s youth in achieving the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047, emphasizing the importance of education, skill development, entrepreneurship, sports, mental well-being, and civic participation. It showcases how flagship initiatives such as NEP 2020, Skill India, Startup India, PMKVY, MUDRA, Khelo India, and MY Bharat are empowering young people with opportunities, resources, and platforms to innovate, lead, and contribute to nation-building. The article underscores that India’s demographic dividend, when supported by inclusive policies and youth engagement, will be the foundation of a developed India.

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सहभागी एकजुटता से खेलों का भविष्य

प्रधानमंत्री नरेंद्र मोदी के दूरदर्शी नेतृत्व में आयोजित ‘चिंतन शिविर 2026’ भारत को वैश्विक खेल महाशक्ति बनाने की दिशा में एक निर्णायक कदम है। ‘श्रीनगर खेल संकल्प’ के माध्यम से केंद्र और राज्यों के बीच सहभागी संघवाद पर जोर दिया गया है, जिसका लक्ष्य 2030 राष्ट्रमंडल खेलों की सफल मेजबानी और 2036 ओलंपिक की पदक तालिका में शीर्ष 10 में शामिल होना है। पीएम मोदी के ‘खेलो इंडिया’ विजन को आगे बढ़ाते हुए, यह रणनीति जमीनी स्तर पर प्रतिभा खोज, आधुनिक बुनियादी ढांचे और पूर्व चैंपियनों को कोचिंग से जोड़ने पर केंद्रित है। यह एकीकृत दृष्टिकोण भारत के खेल सपनों को केवल एक आकांक्षा नहीं, बल्कि एक साध्य वास्तविकता बनाने का रोडमैप तैयार करता है।

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Khelo India Tribal Games a stepping stone to Olympic dreams

Penned an article on how the upcoming Khelo India Tribal Games will serve as a strong foundation for our Olympic aspirations. Under the visionary leadership of Hon’ble PM Shri Narendra Modi Ji, the government is committed to expanding the sporting ecosystem to the remotest corners of the nation. By institutionalizing KITG, we are bringing structured competitions to tribal regions and ensuring equitable opportunities for all.

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AI for People, Technology for Social Good!

AI for People, Technology for Social Good! Pleased to write alongside Director-General of @ilo Mr. @GilbertFHoungbo, on harnessing AI as a force for social justice, inclusive growth, and worker empowerment. Under the leadership of PM Shri @narendramodi ji, India is building inclusive DPI and strengthening global collaboration to ensure that technological progress translates into equitable opportunities for all. As AI reshapes labour markets, our collective focus must remain on human-centric innovation, ensuring no one is left behind.

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