National Highways Authority of India has partnered with Vertis Foundation to expand Project Saksham, a skill development programme aimed at creating sustainable livelihood opportunities for rural women.
Operating through 12 centres across the country, the initiative has already trained over 6,000 young people, with more than 4,000 securing jobs in different sectors. Women account for over 80% of the beneficiaries, and participants are reportedly earning monthlyย incomes ranging from โน13,000 to โน16,000.
Project Saksham focuses on supporting communities located near national highways by improving access to vocational training, employment and financial independence. To increase womenโs participation, outreach teams work directly with rural families and communities to encourage enrolment in training and job-oriented programmes.
The training covers a variety of trades and services, including electrical work, plumbing, appliance repair, tailoring, nursing assistance and multi-skill technician courses. According to NHAI, the initiative is intended to ensure that highway infrastructure development also contributes to local employment generation and economic growth for nearby communities.
