TALASH Platform for Tribal Students’ Career and Life Skills
Why in the news
A digital initiative called TALASH was introduced to guide Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) students on careers and life skills.
Key facts
- Launched by: NESTS with UNICEF India; nodal ministry: Tribal Affairs.
- Offers: psychometric assessment, career counselling, life-skills training.
| Component | Role |
|---|---|
| Psychometric tests | Tamanna model; personal Career Cards |
| Career modules | Options matched to student profile |
| Life skills | Resilience, conflict resolution, confidence |
| Teacher portal | 189 teachers in 75 schools trained; peer mentoring |
Rollout and significance
- Phased expansion after city pilots; full coverage expected by end-2025.
- Narrows aspirational, emotional and academic gaps and fits the NEP 2020 vision of holistic, skill-based schooling.
Exam angle
- Implementer: NESTS; partner: UNICEF India; model: NCERT’s Tamanna.