News: A report on Karnataka's Youth reveals that nearly 23% of youth (below 35 years) are NEET (Not in Employment, Education or Training).

Key Highlights

• 6% of youth are neither working, studying, nor in training.
• Unemployment rate: 8.6%.
• Only 44% have regular salaried jobs; 42% work in the informal sector.
• Employment opportunities are concentrated in Bengaluru, leading to migration from other districts.
• Poor quality of ITIs and inadequate skill training reduce employability.

Recommendations

• Strengthen skill development and vocational education.
• Promote local enterprises and employment generation.
• Reduce regional disparities by creating jobs beyond Bengaluru.