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CM to launch ‘Connect to Work’ initiative

Published - January 20, 2026 08:20 pm IST - Thiruvananthapuram Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan will on Wednesday inaugurate the ‘Connect to Work’ initiative that seeks to provide a monthly allowance to youth who are just about to enter the job market. Addressing a press conference here on Tuesday, Minister for General Education V. Sivankutty said the financial assistance was aimed at reducing the mental and financial stress experienced by youngsters during the period between completing their education and finding employment.

CM to launch ‘Connect to Work’ initiative

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Key Highlights

  • Eligible youth will get a monthly support of ₹1,000 for a period of one year as part of the scheme.
  • This will be of help to those preparing for competitive examinations or undergoing skill training in order to land the job they want.
  • The idea behind the initiative is that the confidence of the youth will increase and they will feel enthusiastic about continuing their education or the training they are undergoing.
  • The beneficiaries must be between the ages of 18 and 30, and should have completed Plus Two higher secondary or vocational higher secondary, ITI, diploma, or undergraduation.
  • Only those belonging to families with an annual income up to ₹5 lakh are eligible.
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