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25% Youths in 250 Districts Not in Education or Jobs

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A government survey reveals that over 25% of youths in nearly 250 Indian districts are not in employment, education, or training.

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  • The first-ever district-level Periodic Labour Force Survey for 2025 shows a significant portion of young people in India are classified as NEET, meaning they are not working, studying, or in training.
  • This trend is particularly pronounced in northern Indian states, while several districts in Chhattisgarh and other states reported much lower rates.
  • The report highlights that this category often includes individuals engaged in unpaid domestic work or those who have stopped seeking employment.

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Named India · Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation · NITI Aayog

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