Explanation:

Haryana Government has decided to implement ‘eKarma programme’ to promote freelancing and entrepreneurship in the state.The scheme which will be started with an initial batch of 2000 persons spread over 21 colleges is in line with the government’s vision of promoting self-employment, entrepreneurship and start-ups among the youth of the State.Chief Minister Manohar lal has approved a proposal in this regard.

Based on the facilities of hardware and internet connectivity available, 21 colleges have been shortlisted for the beginning of this scheme. The catchment areas of these colleges would provide the young people who would be trained with the requisite skills under this scheme. The Higher Education Department would assist in the effective implementation of this scheme through their principals.The finalization of eligibility conditions for prospective bidders and the budget for 2000 trainees would be finalized in consultation with KPMG, the knowledge partners of the Industries Department.The output of this scheme would be measured in terms of foreign exchange earnings made by the trainees within one year of the completion of their training.Besides, it would be ensured that the successful bidder i.e. service provider commits that the amount earned by the trainees in one year is equal to or more than the amount spent by the government on training of this batch of 2000.