Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday directed officials to prepare an integrated youth policy aligned with the aspirations and expectations of the state’s young population, with a focus on education, skill development, employment, health and leadership.
Chairing a review meeting, Adityanath said the policy should be drafted after assessing the needs and aspirations of people in the 16-35 age group, according to a press statement.
He also called for the constitution of an independent commission of experts to monitor the holistic development of youth.
The chief minister directed officials to expedite the establishment of the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Industrial and Employment Zone, consider expanding the Chief Minister Abhyudaya Coaching Scheme to every university and college, and accelerate the development of sports infrastructure, saying sporting activities are an effective means of keeping young people away from drug abuse. PTI
