Current Affairs - National - Discussion

Rourkela, Odisha, is the location of the Livelihood Business Incubation Centre established to promote skill development and entrepreneurship among Scheduled Tribe (ST) youth. A tripartite Memorandum of Understanding was signed between the National Scheduled Tribes Finance and Development Corporation (NSTFDC), the National Small Industries Corporation (NSIC), and SAIL-Rourkela Steel Plant to strengthen livelihood opportunities for ST youth. Established in 2018, the centre is recognised as a Centre of Excellence by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs. It provides training in areas such as mushroom farming, bakery manufacturing, welding technology, and furniture manufacturing. Over 600 students have benefited and established businesses in various trades.