(a) whether the Government has set any target for training the youth and provide them entrepreneurial
opportunities for employment purpose;
(b) if so, the details thereof; and
(c) the total number of new tool rooms planned to be opened in the country including Rajasthan, State-wise?
MINISTER OF STATE (INDEPENDENT CHARGE) FOR MICRO, SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES (SHRI K.H. MUNIYAPPA)
(a): Yes, Madam.
(b): Entrepreneurship and Skill Development Programmes are conducted by various agencies under the Ministry of Micro,
Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) for training the youth and provide them employment through entrepreneurial
opportunities. At the all-India level, a target of training 4,94,000 persons during the year 2012 – 13 has been set.
(c): Proposals for establishment of new Tool Rooms at several locations (including Rajasthan) will be processed after
the 12th five year plan 2012-17 is approved.