100 tech labs, ‘JOB engine’ to train Chhattisgarh youth for new-age jobs
The Chhattisgarh government approved the creation of 100 Emerging Technology Labs and a NIPUN JOB Engine to equip youth with practical skills in new-age technologies. The Rs 500‑crore initiative, announced in a cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, will run for five years across all 33 districts.
- ✓The Chhattisgarh government approved the creation of 100 Emerging Technology Labs and a NIPUN JOB Engine to equip youth with practical skills in new-age technologies.
- ✓The plan earmarks Rs 500 crore for the next five years and includes setting up Entrepreneurship Development Centres in every one of Chhattisgarh’s 33 districts.
- ✓The Rs 500‑crore initiative, announced in a cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, will run for five years across all 33 districts.
The state cabinet, led by Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, gave the green light to a sweeping skill‑development program that will establish a network of 100 Emerging Technology Labs and a dedicated JOB Engine under the Chief Minister Startup and New‑Age Industry Preparedness through Up‑skilling of New Generation Youth (NIPUN) Mission. The move is part of a broader effort to link emerging technology training directly with industry demand.
The plan earmarks Rs 500 crore for the next five years and includes setting up Entrepreneurship Development Centres in every one of Chhattisgarh’s 33 districts. The labs will provide hands‑on experience in fields such as artificial intelligence, enabling students to conduct experiments and develop technology‑driven solutions rather than relying solely on theoretical instruction. The NIPUN JOB Engine will serve as a conduit between the skill sets of young people and the specific needs of local industries.
Officials say the initiative aims to create an industry‑ready workforce, fostering both employment and entrepreneurship among the state’s youth. By integrating startups, skill development, and emerging technologies into a single ecosystem, the mission seeks to move beyond certification to real‑world capability building. The rollout coincides with the launch of the Chhattisgarh Export Promotion Policy 2026‑30, underscoring the government’s focus on boosting both human capital and export potential.
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| Issuing Authority | The Indian Express National |
|---|---|
| Topic Category | TECHNOLOGY |
| Jurisdiction | All India / National |
| Publication Date | 9 September 2026 |