Digital Platform PM DAKSH-DEPwD for Employment & Training of Persons with Disabilities

No. 28022/2/2024 - FT(Coord.) Government of India Ministry of Commerce and Industry Department of Commerce

Vanijya Bhawan, New Delhi - 110001 Dated, the 31° January, 2024

OFFICE MEMORANDUM

Subject: Digital Platform “PM-DAKSH-DEPwD” for employment & training of Persons with Disabilities - reg.

The undersigned is directed to refer to D.O. Letter no. SK-22011/4/2023-Skill dated 17" January, 2024 (copy enclosed), received from the Secretary, Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (Divyangjan)(DEPwD), on the above mentioned subject.

2: To realize the objective of providing skill training and foster employment opportunities to the PwDs, DEPwD has launched a digital platform named PM-DAKSHDEPwD (accessible at www.pmdaksh.depwd.gov.in) which will serve as an integrated hub catering to the multi-faceted needs of PwDs, training organizations, as well as employers and job aggregators across the country.

3: It is requested to circulate the Annexure-lI of the enclosed D.O. Letter to all the concerned, for a wider outreach of the initiative undertaken by DEPwD. A=

(Lakshman Rao Athukuri) Deputy Director (Coordination) Tel.23039596 Email: lakshman.a@nic.in

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As you are aware that this Department has a pivotal role in spearheading the empowerment initiatives for Persons with Disabilities across the country. One of the objectives is to provide skill training and foster employment opportunities to the PwDs. To realize this objective the department has proudly launched a digital platform named PM-DAKSH-DEPwD-(accessible at www.pmdaksh.depwd.gov.in), This online portal serves as an integrated hub catering to the multifaceted needs of PwDs, training organisations, as well as employers and job aggregators. Within the framework of PM-DAKSH-DEPwD, we have meticulously developed the below two modules designed explicitly for delivering skill training and facilitating employment opportunities for PwDs, respectively:-

• a. ) Divyangjan Kaushal Vikas: The complete execution of the flagship Central Sector Scheme named National Action Plan for Skill Development of PwDs (NAP-SDP) is facilitated through the Divyangjan Kaushal Vikas section of PM DAKSH DEPwD portal. The section provides end-to-end facilities for PwDs interested in skill training. The facilities include Unique Disability Identity (UDID) based seamless registration, enabling enrolment in over 250+ skill development courses, e-learning digital resources, aids in identifying Training Partners in their state/District, access to study materials, as well as detailed information on the trainers.

• b. ) Divyangjan Rozgar Setu: The Department has undertaken a significant initiative by introducing Divyagnjan Rogar Setu, which is a specialised digital platform dedicated to providing information about the vacancies for PwDs in the various organizations. The platform is aimed to act as a bridge between PwDs and employers hiring PwDs. The platform provides geo-tagged-based information on employment/earning opportunities within private companies as taken proactive steps by establishing Memorandum of Understanding with

• 4, well as details about PwDs from all over India. Further, the Department has various companies like Amazon, Youth4Jobs, Godrej Properties among others dedicated to enhance employment prospects for PwDs. Presently there are more

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• 2. In line with our commitment, the Department is striving to actively engage Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) through PM-DAKSH-DEPwD platform, so that PwDs across disabilities can gain skill training and explore employment opportunities. Your cooperation in disseminating the information as in Annexure-1 regarding PM-DAKSH-DEPwD among all the PwDs is solicited. I kindly urge the circulation of Contd../2-

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Annexure 1 to the departments/subordinate offices/PSUs/Bodies under administrative control/Regional offices/Attached offices and similar entities. Additionally, I request to circulate the Annexure-1 within the reach of the respective Ministry/Department/Institute/Organization. This outreach can also extend to parents/organization/individuals associated with PwDs in any capacity. For any inquiries or assistance concerning PM-DAKSH-DEPwD please connect with the dedicated helpline number 011-24369025 or e-mail at ds.skillnap-depwd@gov.in. Your cooperation in this effort will significantly contribute to the empowerment of Persons with Disabilities.

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Shri Sunil Barthwal

Secretary,

Ministry of Commerce and Industry, (Department of Commerce},

Vanijya Bhawan 426, New Delhi- 110011 Email:- csoffice@nic.in

Annexure 1

PM-DAKSH-DEPwD portal for Skilling and Employment of PwDs The Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India hasa pivotal role in spearheading the empowerment initiatives for Persons with Disabilities across the country. One of the objectives is to provide skill training and foster employment opportunities to the PwDs. To realise this objective the department has proudly launched a digital platform named PM-DAKSH-DEPwD-(accessible at www.pmdaksh.depwd.gov.in). This online portal serves as an integrated hub catering to the multifaceted needs of PwDs, training organizations, as well as employers and job aggregators. Within the framework of PMDAKSH-DEPwD, we have meticulously developed the below two modules designed explicitly for delivering skill training and facilitating employment opportunities for PwDs, respectively:-

• a. Divyangjan Kaushal Vikas: The complete execution of the flagship Central Sector Scheme named National Action Plan for Skill Development of PwDs (NAP-SDP) is facilitated through the Divyangjan Kaushal Vikas section of PM DAKSH DEPwD portal. The section provides end-to-end facilities for PwDs interested in skill training. The facilities include Unique Disability Identity (UDID) based seamless registration, enabling enrolment in over 250+ skill development courses, e-learning digital resources, aids in identifying Training Partners in their state/District, access to study materials, as well as detailed information on the trainers.

• b. Divyangjan Rozgar Setu: The Department has undertaken a significant initiative by introducing Divyagnjan Rogar Setu, which is a specialized digital platform dedicated to providing information about the vacancies for PwDs in the various organizations. The platform is aimed to act as a bridge between PwDs and employers hiring PwDs. The platform provides geo-tagged-based information on employment/earning opportunities within private companies as well as details about PwDs from all over India. Further, the Department has taken proactive steps by establishing Memorandum of Understanding with various companies like Amazon, Youth4Jobs, Godrej Properties among others dedicated to enhance employment prospects for PwDs. Presently there are more than 3000 vacancies spanning various disabilities, thereby allowing PwDs nationwide to apply for roles aligned with their interests through the www.pmdaksh.depwd.gov.in

• c. A video about the various features of PM-DAKSH-DEPwD can be found by clicking on the link: https:/ /youtu.be/RrGxqpTLr2Y

• 2. PwDs interested in skilling and/or employment are encouraged to register on PM-DAKSH-DEPwD by scanning the barcode below or clicking on the linkwww.PMDAKSH.DEPwD.GOV.in

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