Bageshwar: Youth Empowered with Home-Based Self-Employment in Toy & Decor Making

• New self-employment opportunities in Uttarakhand's hilly regions aim to curb migration and empower locals.
• Bageshwar district offers special training in home decor and soft toy making for women and youth, requiring low investment.
• A 13-day training course for ages 18-45 covers raw materials, design, and finishing, with certificates aiding bank loans.
• Jan Shikshan Sansthan trains less educated individuals and school dropouts (15-45) in villages, enabling online and nationwide sales.
• Products gain market access and fair prices through the 'House of Himalayas' brand, boosting year-round earnings from tourism.