Pakistan, June 10 -- The federal government has allocated Rs. 4.3 billion for the Prime Minister's Youth Skill Development Program in the 2025-26 budget. This initiative aims to train 161,500 young individuals in various technical fields to enhance employment opportunities. The program is designed to equip youth with market-driven skills, helping them secure better jobs and boost economic growth. The government hopes this investment will reduce unemployment and prepare youth for global job markets.

According to Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, the program will provide training in three key areas. Around 56,000 youth will receive IT training, 64,000 will be trained in industrial trades, and 49,000 will learn traditional trades. Additi...