Lokesh Announces Plan to Create 50,000 Overseas Jobs in Five Years

Fast Summary

• Nara Lokesh, IT and HRD Minister of Andhra Pradesh, announced a target to provide 50,000 overseas job opportunities in teh next five years through SEEDAP.
• Under the ‘International Placement Scheme (nursing Professionals)’ program by SEEDAP and Indo-Euro Synchronisation in partnership with German Healthcare organizations:

– 14 nursing professionals received job offers from leading hospitals in Germany.
– A total of 171 candidates were trained in the first batch; so far, 40 have secured placements.

• Most candidates are undergoing training under Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY), part of the National Rural Livelihood Mission.
• The initiative aims to boost rural incomes and career prospects for youth from rural areas.
• Plans announced include starting foreign language training courses (German and Japanese) and launching a skill Portal this month to connect training with job opportunities.
• Mr. Lokesh encouraged placed candidates to inspire others as overseas jobs could transform families’ financial situations.

Indian Opinion Analysis

The Andhra Pradesh government’s emphasis on creating international employment avenues for youth through programs like SEEDAP highlights its proactive approach toward skill development. By targeting nursing professionals specifically for global placement, this initiative addresses both career aspirations and local economic challenges faced by rural populations. Programs like DDU-GKY complement these efforts by equipping individuals from financially vulnerable backgrounds with practical skills.With plans for foreign language training centers and a dedicated Skill Portal on the horizon, these additional measures could enhance employability standards among aspirants while making overseas placements more accessible. Such initiatives represent a model worth observing closely as they attempt to balance rural development goals with global employment trends-strengthening India’s integration into international labor markets.

Read More: published – September 07, 2025