Chhattisgarh

• 30 Sep 2024

Chhattisgarh Ranks 5th in Low Unemployment

Why in News?

Recently, Chhattisgarh has been recognized for achieving a low unemployment rate, ranking fifth among Indian states according to a recent central government survey.

Key Points

• Survey Details:
  • The National Sample Survey Office (NSSO) conducted its seventh annual report through the Periodic Labour Force Survey from July 2023 to June 2024.
  • The unemployment rate is defined as the percentage of unemployed individuals among the labor force.
• Government's Role:
  • Chhattisgarh Chief Minister attributed the low unemployment rate to the government’s efforts in generating employment.
  • Initiatives have been implemented to create jobs and self-employment opportunities, particularly in rural and tribal areas.
• Investment in Skill Development:
  • The state government plans to establish 160 industrial training institutes (ITI) aimed at providing employment-oriented skills to the youth.
  • ITIs will be modernized over the next three years with an investment of Rs 484 crore.
• Innovative Educational Initiatives:
  • The government plans to start five institutes modeled after Indian Institutes of Technology (IIT).
  • Emphasis is placed on skill development in the industry to address technology and employment needs.
  • The state is teaching robotics and artificial intelligence to youth in tribal regions, reflecting a commitment to modern education and skills training.

National Sample Survey Office (NSSO)

• The National Sample Survey Office (NSSO) is a government agency that conducts surveys on a wide range of topics, including demographics, socioeconomic conditions, agriculture, and industry.
• The NSSO was established in 1950 and has been under the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MOSPI) since 1999.
• The NSSO's headquarters are located in New Delhi, and there is also a zonal office in Bangalore.
• Here are some of the things the NSSO does:
  • Household surveys: The NSSO conducts surveys on household consumer expenditures and other topics.
  • Employment and unemployment: The NSSO conducts quinquennial surveys on employment and unemployment, which are a primary source of data on the labor force.
  • Housing conditions: The NSSO has conducted surveys on various aspects of housing conditions.
  • Informal enterprises: The NSSO has conducted surveys on informal non-agricultural enterprises and other topics.