Niti Aayog has estimated that 8.7 crore Indians aged 15 to 29 were not in education, employment or training in 2021. Its report called for subsidised skilling, self-employment opportunities and training aligned with local demand and emerging sectors.

An estimated 8.7 crore Indian youth are not studying, working, or training. Niti Aayog report highlights this concerning demographic and urges action. Subsidised training programs…

They need affordable or subsidised training and financial support, said the think tank in a report.