Overview
PM-DAKSH (Pradhan Mantri Dakshta Aur Kushalta Sampann Hitgrahi) Yojana is a skill-development scheme launched by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment in 2020-21 for the skilling of marginalised target groups, including Scheduled Castes (SCs), Other Backward Classes (OBCs), Economically Backward Classes (EBCs), De-notified Tribes (DNTs), and safai karamcharis (sanitation workers) and their dependents. The scheme provides skill training programmes such as up-skilling/re-skilling, short-term and long-term training, and entrepreneurship development, free of cost, to enhance the employability and income levels of these groups. A PM-DAKSH mobile app and portal facilitate easy access to training.
Key Features & Objectives
- Free skill training for SCs, OBCs, EBCs, DNTs and sanitation workers.
- Includes up-skilling/re-skilling, short-term and long-term training programmes.
- Entrepreneurship development training for self-employment.
- PM-DAKSH portal and mobile app for easy access to courses.
- Aims to improve employability and income of marginalised groups.
Key Facts at a Glance
★ Exam Focus: Remember PM-DAKSH is by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (2020-21) for free skilling of SC/OBC/EBC/DNT and sanitation workers.