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Dear Reader,

  

We hope that you have had a good start to the financial year and a chance to reflect on the year that went by! In this edition of the newsletter, we have curated a few reports that have reflected on the impact of the pandemic on the labor market and employment trends globally. They also provide recommendations on the efforts taken by countries globally.

 

From 'Voices from the Ground', we bring to you 3 stories of people living in the tea garden and their aspiration for the future. Our 'In the News' section looks into the efforts taken by Union Ministers and a few state governments to promote skill development for all sections of society, in an attempt to make it an inclusive and accessible space. With the summer months approaching, we hope you stay well and hydrated!

Voices from the Ground

Shades of Blue in the Green Tea Gardens

 

The tea-gardens represent a very niche community among all other regions of India and have their own set of benefits & challenges. Livelihoods in this region are influenced by multiple stakeholders- tea-management/plantation owners, labor welfare unions, Tea-board of India and local community level administrative bodies in addition to the government.  The community has been suffering from complex social, political and economic challenges ever since the plantation labor act came into operation.

Our team visited tea gardens in the three districts of Alipurduar, Jalpaiguri and Darjeeling and had the opportunity to hear diverse human stories with challenges that are so unique yet binds all the youth of the country. These stories serve as a powerful reminder of the resilience of the youth who continue to strive towards a better future.

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Reports

 

Employment Situation in New Delhi

 

The Indian Economy is showing signs of improvement and recovery post COVID. Various indicators attribute to this increase. The government has also taken steps to boost employment through various schemes, etc.

 
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Employment & Social Outlook Trends

 

The report by ILO delves into the effects of the economic and geopolitical crisis on the labor market across different countries. It analyzes the effects of the same on various countries and makes recommendations.

 

 
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The impact of Covid-19 on India’s Labor Market

 

The pandemic has significantly affected some of the most marginalized groups globally - women, youth, and members of disadvantaged castes. This report explores the consequences of the same on the labor market.

 
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In the News

 

Making millions job ready through digital lessons

 

Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan announces digital lessons available to more than 2.5 million learners. The Employability Skills Curriculum can be accessed by students enrolled at Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs), etc.

 
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Skill-based courses in Kochi find many takers

 

There is a growing demand for vocational courses in Kochi, particular BVoc/MVoc courses across colleges. Vocational education is also being promoted in schools by conducting career guidance sessions, educational fairs, etc.

 
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CRC inaugurated for Divyangjans

 

The Composite Regional Centre was inaugurated to promote skill development and empower individuals with disabilities in Madhya Pradesh by the Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment, Dr. Virendra Kumar.

 
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