Lucknow, May 4 -- The state government will establish 12 mega skill hubs and 63 district skill centres under the 'Sardar Patel Employment & Industrial Zones' to connect the youth of the state with employment-oriented skills.

These 'Mega Skill Hubs and District Skill Centres' will provide a strong foundation for the state's economic progress as well as the future of the youth, said the state government on Sunday.

With the expenditure of Rs.14,760 crore on this project, the government has set a target of providing advanced skilling to more than 10 lakh youth every year.

Hub & Spoke Model to transform the landscape

The state government's plan will be based on the 'Hub & Spoke' model. Under this, mega skill hubs will be set up in 12 major...