{"id":35644,"date":"2025-07-16T12:28:38","date_gmt":"2025-07-16T06:58:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=35644"},"modified":"2025-07-16T12:28:40","modified_gmt":"2025-07-16T06:58:40","slug":"talash-tribal-student-programme","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/talash-tribal-student-programme\/","title":{"rendered":"TALASH Tribal Student Programme Launched by NESTS &#038; UNICEF for EMRS Youth Development"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/talash-tribal-student-programme\/#TALASH_tribal_student_programme_by_NESTS_and_UNICEF_empowers_EMRS_students_through_aptitude_testing_career_guidance_and_life-skills_training_under_NEP_2020\" >TALASH tribal student programme by NESTS and UNICEF empowers EMRS students through aptitude testing, career guidance, and life-skills training under NEP 2020.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/talash-tribal-student-programme\/#%E2%80%9CNESTS_UNICEF_Launch_TALASH_to_Empower_Tribal_Youth%E2%80%9D\" >\u201cNESTS &amp; UNICEF Launch TALASH to Empower Tribal Youth\u201d<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/talash-tribal-student-programme\/#Empowering_Tribal_Students_Through_TALASH\" >Empowering Tribal Students Through TALASH<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/talash-tribal-student-programme\/#Scope_Scale_Who_and_Where\" >Scope &amp; Scale: Who and Where<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/talash-tribal-student-programme\/#Key_Features_Modules\" >Key Features &amp; Modules<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/talash-tribal-student-programme\/#Vision_Alignment_with_NEP_2020\" >Vision &amp; Alignment with NEP 2020<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/talash-tribal-student-programme\/#National_Collaboration_Endorsement\" >National Collaboration &amp; Endorsement<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/talash-tribal-student-programme\/#Why_This_News_Is_Important\" >Why This News Is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/talash-tribal-student-programme\/#1_Aligned_with_National_Education_Goals\" >1. Aligned with National Education Goals<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/talash-tribal-student-programme\/#2_Promotes_Tribal_Empowerment_Social_Equity\" >2. Promotes Tribal Empowerment &amp; Social Equity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/talash-tribal-student-programme\/#3_Demonstrates_Public%E2%80%93Private_Collaboration\" >3. Demonstrates Public\u2013Private Collaboration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/talash-tribal-student-programme\/#4_Boosts_Leadership_Career_Readiness\" >4. Boosts Leadership &amp; Career Readiness<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/talash-tribal-student-programme\/#5_Scalable_Digital_Education_Model\" >5. Scalable Digital Education Model<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/talash-tribal-student-programme\/#Historical_Context_Laying_the_Groundwork_for_TALASH\" >Historical Context: Laying the Groundwork for TALASH<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/talash-tribal-student-programme\/#Education_for_Tribal_Communities_A_Policy_Journey\" >Education for Tribal Communities: A Policy Journey<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/talash-tribal-student-programme\/#Emergence_of_Psychometric_Guidance_in_Schools\" >Emergence of Psychometric Guidance in Schools<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/talash-tribal-student-programme\/#Digital_Inclusion_NEP_2020\" >Digital Inclusion &amp; NEP 2020<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/talash-tribal-student-programme\/#Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CTALASH_Initiative%E2%80%9D\" >Key Takeaways from &#8220;TALASH Initiative&#8221;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/talash-tribal-student-programme\/#FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/talash-tribal-student-programme\/#1_What_is_TALASH_and_who_launched_it\" >1. What is TALASH and who launched it?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/talash-tribal-student-programme\/#2_Who_are_the_beneficiaries_of_the_TALASH_initiative\" >2. Who are the beneficiaries of the TALASH initiative?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/talash-tribal-student-programme\/#3_What_modules_are_included_in_the_TALASH_programme\" >3. What modules are included in the TALASH programme?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/talash-tribal-student-programme\/#4_How_does_TALASH_align_with_NEP_2020\" >4. How does TALASH align with NEP 2020?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/talash-tribal-student-programme\/#5_Why_is_TALASH_important_for_government_exam_aspirants\" >5. Why is TALASH important for government exam aspirants?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/talash-tribal-student-programme\/#6_What_is_the_connection_between_TALASH_and_NCERTs_%E2%80%9CTamanna%E2%80%9D\" >6. What is the connection between TALASH and NCERT&#8217;s &#8220;Tamanna&#8221;?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/talash-tribal-student-programme\/#7_How_many_teachers_have_been_trained_under_the_TALASH_pilot_phase\" >7. How many teachers have been trained under the TALASH pilot phase?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/talash-tribal-student-programme\/#8_Is_TALASH_only_for_tribal_students\" >8. Is TALASH only for tribal students?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/talash-tribal-student-programme\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TALASH_tribal_student_programme_by_NESTS_and_UNICEF_empowers_EMRS_students_through_aptitude_testing_career_guidance_and_life-skills_training_under_NEP_2020\"><\/span>TALASH tribal student programme by NESTS and UNICEF empowers EMRS students through aptitude testing, career guidance, and life-skills training under NEP 2020.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%80%9CNESTS_UNICEF_Launch_TALASH_to_Empower_Tribal_Youth%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>\u201cNESTS &amp; UNICEF Launch TALASH to Empower Tribal Youth\u201d<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Empowering_Tribal_Students_Through_TALASH\"><\/span>Empowering Tribal Students Through TALASH<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>On <strong>July 10, 2025<\/strong>, the <strong>National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS)<\/strong>\u2014an autonomous body under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs\u2014collaborated with <strong>UNICEF India<\/strong> to launch <strong>TALASH<\/strong> (Tribal Aptitude, Life Skills and Self-Esteem Hub). This pioneering national programme aims to strengthen the educational and personal development of students attending <strong>Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRSs)<\/strong> across India<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>TALASH is a <strong>digital platform<\/strong> designed to guide tribal students in uncovering their strengths, understanding their aptitude, and fostering self-confidence. The initiative supports <strong>psychometric assessments, career counselling, life-skills modules, and e\u2011learning tools for teachers<\/strong>, thereby creating a holistic ecosystem for student growth <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Scope_Scale_Who_and_Where\"><\/span>Scope &amp; Scale: Who and Where<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>TALASH is set to impact over <strong>1,38,336 students<\/strong> enrolled in EMRSs spanning <strong>28 states and 8 Union Territories<\/strong>  It is being implemented in phases, with an initial rollout that has already trained <strong>189 teachers across 75 EMRSs<\/strong>. The goal is to make it operational in <strong>all EMRSs by the end of 2025<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Features_Modules\"><\/span>Key Features &amp; Modules<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Psychometric Assessments<\/strong><br>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u2022 Students take standardized aptitude tests inspired by NCERT\u2019s \u201cTamanna.\u201d<br>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u2022 Results generate personalized \u201cCareer Cards\u201d suggesting suitable career paths <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Career Counselling<\/strong><br>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u2022 Guided sessions led by trained teachers help students align their skills with future career aspirations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Life Skills &amp; Self-Esteem Training<\/strong><br>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u2022 Interactive modules cover emotional intelligence, communication, critical thinking, and confidence-building<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Teacher E-Learning Resources<\/strong><br>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u2022 A dedicated portal offers training and pedagogical tools so teachers can mentor students effectively<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vision_Alignment_with_NEP_2020\"><\/span>Vision &amp; Alignment with NEP 2020<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The initiative echoes the <strong>National Education Policy (NEP) 2020<\/strong>\u2019s call for <strong>holistic, inclusive, and future-ready education<\/strong>. By addressing cognitive, emotional, and career development, TALASH aims to <strong>bridge educational gaps<\/strong> and foster leadership potential among tribal youth <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"National_Collaboration_Endorsement\"><\/span>National Collaboration &amp; Endorsement<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>NESTS Commissioner Mr. <strong>Ajeet Kumar Srivastava<\/strong> emphasized the programme\u2019s aim to &#8220;bridge gaps in education and empower the next generation of tribal leaders.\u201d UNICEF\u2019s support ensures access to global expertise, evidence-based curricula, and digital infrastructure\u2014even in remote regions <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"TALASH-tribal-student-programme\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/api.educationpost.in\/s3-images\/1752496045755-tribal.jpg\" alt=\"TALASH tribal student programme\" title=\"TALASH tribal student programme\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">TALASH tribal student programme<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_This_News_Is_Important\"><\/span>Why This News Is Important<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Aligned_with_National_Education_Goals\"><\/span>1. Aligned with National Education Goals<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>TALASH directly advances <strong>NEP 2020<\/strong>, which emphasizes inclusive education and skill development. Competitive exam aspirants across sectors\u2014such as <strong>banking, civil services (IAS, PCS, PSCS), railways, and defence<\/strong>\u2014must understand how targeted policy interventions support larger social equity and human capital goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Promotes_Tribal_Empowerment_Social_Equity\"><\/span>2. Promotes Tribal Empowerment &amp; Social Equity<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>By focusing on <strong>1.38 lakh tribal students<\/strong>, the programme specifically addresses educational disparities in marginalized communities. For positions like <strong>teachers, police officers, and defence personnel<\/strong>, this demonstrates the government&#8217;s commitment to creating a more inclusive and diverse workforce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Demonstrates_Public%E2%80%93Private_Collaboration\"><\/span>3. Demonstrates Public\u2013Private Collaboration<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The partnership between a government body (NESTS), an international organization (UNICEF), and academic initiatives underscores effective <strong>multi-stakeholder cooperation<\/strong>. This is highly relevant for competitive exams, which often focus on inter-agency coordination in policy implementation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Boosts_Leadership_Career_Readiness\"><\/span>4. Boosts Leadership &amp; Career Readiness<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The emphasis on <strong>aptitude testing, career guidance, and life skills<\/strong> enhances employability and confidence\u2014critical qualities for future leaders, civil servants, and public sector officers across government domains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Scalable_Digital_Education_Model\"><\/span>5. Scalable Digital Education Model<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>TALASH&#8217;s digital framework offers a <strong>scalable solution<\/strong> to educational challenges in remote tribal areas. Aspirants in fields like <strong>railways and defence<\/strong>, where training and reach are crucial, can benefit from understanding such digital innovations in education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context_Laying_the_Groundwork_for_TALASH\"><\/span>Historical Context: Laying the Groundwork for TALASH<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Education_for_Tribal_Communities_A_Policy_Journey\"><\/span>Education for Tribal Communities: A Policy Journey<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Since independence, India&#8217;s attempts to uplift tribal communities have included <strong>reservations, scholarships, and dedicated institutions<\/strong>. The establishment of <strong>EMRSs in 1997<\/strong> aimed to deliver quality residential education to tribal students. These schools addressed foundational access gaps but often lacked comprehensive support systems for career and psychological development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Emergence_of_Psychometric_Guidance_in_Schools\"><\/span>Emergence of Psychometric Guidance in Schools<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The NCERT\u2019s 2022 &#8220;Tamanna&#8221; initiative introduced <strong>aptitude-based career guidance<\/strong> in mainstream schools. TALASH builds upon this by adapting similar tools to tribal settings, ensuring even marginalized regions benefit from psychometric evaluations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Digital_Inclusion_NEP_2020\"><\/span>Digital Inclusion &amp; NEP 2020<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>NEP 2020 emphasizes <strong>digitally-enabled learning ecosystems<\/strong> that are inclusive and skill-oriented. With increasing digital penetration across India, programmes like TALASH can now deliver educational services, even in remote tribal areas, aligning with global educational methodologies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CTALASH_Initiative%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>Key Takeaways from &#8220;TALASH Initiative&#8221;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>\ud83c\udd95 S. No.<\/th><th>\u2705 Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td><strong>Programme Launch<\/strong>: TALASH launched on <strong>July 10, 2025<\/strong> by NESTS and UNICEF <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td><strong>Beneficiaries<\/strong>: Targets <strong>1.38\u202flakh students<\/strong> in EMRSs across <strong>28 states and 8 UTs<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td><strong>Core Modules<\/strong>: Includes <strong>psychometric tests, career cards, counselling<\/strong>, life\u2011skills training, and <strong>teacher e\u2011learning<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td><strong>Alignment with NEP 2020<\/strong>: Supports holistic education, enhancing self-awareness and skill development<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td><strong>Rollout Plan<\/strong>: Piloted with <strong>189 teachers in 75 EMRSs<\/strong>; full coverage by <strong>end of 2025<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">TALASH tribal student programme<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><strong>FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_TALASH_and_who_launched_it\"><\/span>1. What is TALASH and who launched it?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>TALASH (Tribal Aptitude, Life Skills and Self-Esteem Hub) is a digital programme launched by the National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS) in collaboration with UNICEF India to support holistic development of students in EMRSs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Who_are_the_beneficiaries_of_the_TALASH_initiative\"><\/span>2. Who are the beneficiaries of the TALASH initiative?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Over 1.38 lakh tribal students enrolled in Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRSs) across 28 states and 8 Union Territories are expected to benefit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_What_modules_are_included_in_the_TALASH_programme\"><\/span>3. What modules are included in the TALASH programme?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>TALASH includes psychometric assessments, career counselling, life skills training, self-esteem building sessions, and digital resources for teacher training.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_How_does_TALASH_align_with_NEP_2020\"><\/span>4. How does TALASH align with NEP 2020?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>TALASH promotes the NEP 2020 vision of inclusive and holistic education by focusing on aptitude development, career readiness, and digital inclusion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Why_is_TALASH_important_for_government_exam_aspirants\"><\/span>5. Why is TALASH important for government exam aspirants?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It highlights educational reforms, digital empowerment, and inclusive governance\u2014all key themes in UPSC, PSC, SSC, teaching, and defence service examinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_What_is_the_connection_between_TALASH_and_NCERTs_%E2%80%9CTamanna%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>6. What is the connection between TALASH and NCERT&#8217;s &#8220;Tamanna&#8221;?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>TALASH uses psychometric tools inspired by NCERT\u2019s &#8220;Tamanna&#8221; to guide students in identifying their career aptitudes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_How_many_teachers_have_been_trained_under_the_TALASH_pilot_phase\"><\/span>7. How many teachers have been trained under the TALASH pilot phase?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>189 teachers across 75 EMRSs have already been trained in the initial rollout phase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Is_TALASH_only_for_tribal_students\"><\/span>8. 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