'Skilled jobs can power urban development'

Panellists discussed how cities can boost employability and create enablers for migrant workers to remain invested at the Lucknow edition of IE Thinc: CITIES series, presented by The Indian Express with Omidyar Network India. The session was moderated by Udit Misra, Associate Editor

Rasoi, have empowered women, offering training and incomes of up to ₹2,000 per day. Similarly, Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana has transformed housing, generating ripple effects in industries like cement, steel, and furniture. Green policies are now a focus, with a three per cent budget reserved for horticulture. Specialised facilities such as senior care centres and working women's hostels provide modern amenities and generate employment in management, security, and service roles. In essence, UP's urban development strategy not only improves livability but also creates economic and professional growth opportunities, fostering sustainable urbanisation.