Assam’s youth have the potential to drive industrialization, creating jobs and fostering entrepreneurship with the right support from policies, industry, and skill development, experts emphasized. With a significant portion of Assam’s population falling in the 15–34 age bracket, the state possesses a valuable demographic advantage that can fuel long-term economic progress. The discussion, held in a webinar titled ‘Assam’s Youth and Viksit Bharat 2047: Pathways to Industrialisation, Employment and Entrepreneurship,’ highlighted the pivotal role of the state’s youth in shaping its economic future.
During the webinar, Pranjit Tamuli from the Indian Chamber of Commerce stressed the importance of sustained industry engagement for local employment generation and economic strengthening in Assam. Dr. Ranjan K. Kakati of the NSS Cell, Gauhati University, emphasized the need for holistic youth development beyond academic realms, citing the National Education Policy’s focus on skill development and practical exposure to enhance employability. Entrepreneurship emerged as a significant avenue for job creation, especially in sectors leveraging Assam’s local strengths, as noted by Priyanka D Patwari, a textile entrepreneur based in Guwahati.
The webinar facilitated constructive conversations among youth, academia, industry, and civil society, underscoring the vital role of industries as enduring partners in Assam’s developmental journey. Speakers also lauded various companies for their contributions to empowering youth through initiatives such as Digital Classrooms, mental health awareness programs, support for cultural events, and sports promotion aligning with the state’s broader development objectives.
