India, May 11 -- Chief minister Rekha Gupta on Sunday launched the "Aftercare Scheme for Young Persons" to assist youth leaving childcare institutions and orphanages after turning 18.

Under the scheme, eligible beneficiaries will receive assistance for higher education and access to skill development and vocational training programmes. They will also receive mentoring, counselling, career guidance, rehabilitation support, and assistance for independent living. Emergency and case-specific support will also be provided wherever necessary, CM Gupta said.

CM Gupta launched the scheme at Village Cottage Home in Lajpat Nagar, where she also interacted with children. The facility is run by the women and child development department.

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