The Prime Minister's Skill Development Scheme aims to equip the youth with skills to ensure them employment opportunities. However, a recent report by the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) has uncovered significant irregularities within this initiative. This has raised concerns about the effective implementation of the scheme, as many beneficiaries may not be receiving the promised training and support needed to enhance their employability.

Aaj Tak's investigative team conducted a field assessment in Delhi, Bhopal, and Gujarat to monitor the functioning of various training centers registered under the scheme. Their findings were alarming; numerous centers were either found to be closed, or there was no active training being conducted on-site. This situation not only reflects mismanagement but also a potential failure in upholding the standards expected from a national-level initiative aimed at youth empowerment.

The implications of these findings are profound as they question the integrity of the Skill Development Scheme and the government’s ability to execute programs that aim for employment generation. It highlights the need for immediate intervention and corrective measures to ensure that these centers offer legitimate and effective skills training to the youth of India, thereby making a substantial difference in their career prospects.