Unlocking Potential: An Analytical Study of the Mission Youth Programme in Jammu and Kashmir

The Mission Youth scheme in Jammu and Kashmir was launched in 2023 and aims to address the socio-economic challenges experienced by the region’s youth. The scheme focuses on critical areas such as livelihood generation, skill development, financial assistance, mental health, and sports. The scheme emphasises creating income opportunities for young people through vocational training and entrepreneurship. In terms of education and skill development, relevant skills are learned to enhance employability and bridge the gap between demand and supply in the labour market. The scheme acts as a financial assistant by supporting youth through financial aid and incentives for self-employment ventures. The research involves both primary and secondary sources of data collection and analysis from different sources. An Important areas of assessment include employment outcomes, entrepreneurship success, and overall transformation of young lives.