Pune: PM-VBRY employment drive sees major participation as Rs 2,400 crore incentives released nationwide
Pune, 22nd June 2022 June 19, 2026: The Ministry of Labour and Employment organised a major regional programme in Pune as part of the nationwide rollout of the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rojgar Yojana (PM-VBRY), under which Prime Minister Narendra Modi disbursed incentives worth ₹2,400 crore to more than 15 lakh beneficiaries across India.
In Pune, the regional event was held at JSPM Rajarshi Shahu College of Engineering, Tathawade, which emerged as one of the key centres in Maharashtra for the nationwide outreach programme. The event was attended by 306 participants, including 158 beneficiaries, 67 employers, industry representatives, public representatives, senior government officials and EPFO officers.
Maharashtra Legislative Council member Uma Khapre attended the Pune programme as the chief guest. During the event, 20 employment letters were distributed to newly recruited employees by participating employers.
The Pune programme was part of a simultaneous nationwide exercise conducted at around 200 locations, linking regional centres with the main national event held at Vigyan Bhavan, New Delhi.
Pune highlights under PM-VBRY rollout
Officials said the Pune regional programme highlighted the scheme’s focus on expanding formal employment, supporting first-time job seekers and encouraging employers to generate additional jobs under the Employment-Linked Incentive (ELI) framework.
Beneficiaries in Pune shared that the scheme provided financial encouragement at the start of their careers, while also strengthening job security through formal employment benefits.
Employers present at the Pune event said the initiative has helped reduce recruitment costs and encouraged companies to expand hiring, particularly in manufacturing and services sectors.
About the PM-VBRY scheme
Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rojgar Yojana (PM-VBRY) is a flagship Employment-Linked Incentive scheme aimed at promoting formal job creation and supporting first-time entrants into the workforce.
Under the scheme, eligible first-time employees receive financial support of up to ₹15,000, while employers are provided incentives for two years for creating additional employment. The manufacturing sector is eligible for extended support of up to four years to encourage long-term job creation.
National programme and PM’s address
At the national level, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the main event at Vigyan Bhavan, New Delhi, where incentives were disbursed to beneficiaries across the country.
He said the scheme acts as a bridge between industry and youth entering their first jobs, and supports both employers and employees simultaneously in strengthening India’s employment ecosystem.
Remarks by Union Minister
Union Labour and Employment Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya stated that under the leadership of the Prime Minister, large-scale employment opportunities have been created over the years and social security coverage has expanded significantly across the country.
He added that the government recognises both workers and employers as equal partners in India’s growth story.
Conclusion
Officials said the Pune event reflects the city’s growing role in national employment programmes and highlights the government’s focus on strengthening formal job creation, improving workforce participation and accelerating economic growth under the vision of Viksit Bharat.
