Education Minister launches phase-II of MGNF, called upon youth to act as catalysts of social change at grassroots

New Delhi, October 25

Union Minister for  Skill Development and Entrepreneurship  Dharmendra Pradhan today launched phase II of the Mahatma Gandhi National Fellowship to create opportunities for young and dynamic individuals to contribute to enhancing skill development at the grassroots.

The two-year fellowship seeks to combine classroom sessions by academic partner Indian Institute of Management to create credible plans and identify barriers in raising employment, economic output and promoting livelihoods in rural areas.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr Pradhan called upon fellows to act as catalysts of social change at the grassroots by driving skill development efforts. He also called upon district collectors and academic partner IIMs to facilitate the fellows and script a success story of change through this fellowship.

The Union Minister said that tremendous transformations are taking place across sectors which will create demand for new skills and more skilled professionals. He stressed on skill mapping at the district level and directed skill development efforts accordingly.