Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma launched the Rajasthan Youth Policy 2026 on March 15, 2026, marking a comprehensive framework to harness the demographic dividend of Rajasthan's young population. The policy covers seven key domains: skills and education, employment, entrepreneurship, health and well-being, social inclusion, environment, and culture and heritage.
The policy is strategically aligned with the state's long-term vision of Viksit Rajasthan 2047, aiming to make youth the primary drivers of Rajasthan's development journey. It creates a robust institutional framework for coordinated implementation across departments.
A landmark feature of the policy is the establishment of the Rajasthan State Testing Agency (RSTA), designed to conduct government recruitment examinations with full transparency, integrity, and standardisation. The RSTA aims to eliminate paper leaks, irregularities, and delays that have plagued government recruitments in recent years, restoring youth confidence in the public employment process.
The policy envisages skill development centres linked to industry demand, mentorship programmes for young entrepreneurs, enhanced youth participation in governance through elected student bodies, and integration of digital literacy into the curriculum. On health, it prioritises mental health support, sports infrastructure, and nutrition for youth below 35 years.
The Youth Policy 2026 also includes provisions for youth from marginalised communities, ensuring inclusive access to education and employment opportunities. On environment, it mandates youth-led ecological action through green volunteering programmes and climate awareness campaigns.
Rajasthan, with approximately 40% of its population under 25 years, stands to benefit significantly from this structured policy intervention aimed at converting its demographic advantage into economic growth and social progress.