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The Economic Times
The Economic Times
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Nearly 9 crore Indian youth aged 15-29 suffering due to NEET — Not in education, employment or training, highlights Niti Report

An estimated 8.7 crore Indians aged 15 to 29 were not in education, employment or training (NEET) in 2021, according to a Niti Aayog report. The report, Reimagining Skilling for Viksit Bharat@2047 , said high training costs and the difficulty of moving from education to employment are among the challenges facing young people, a TOI report stated. It recommended subsidised skilling programmes, self-employment opportunities and training linked to local demand and emerging sectors.

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