Empowering Rajasthan: YES Sashakt Kendra Brings New Opportunities to Tribal Communities

The social development wing of YES BANK, YES Foundation, has officially opened its inaugural dedicated skill development facility, the ‘YES Sashakt Kendra,’ located in Sagwara, Dungarpur district, Rajasthan. Dungarpur, Rajasthan, October 16, 2026: The launch event was led by Shri Babulal Kharadi, Minister for Tribal Area Development, Rajasthan, alongside Smt Asha Patidar, Chairman, Sagwara Nagar Palika, and Shri Yogesh Jain, Vice Chairman, Sagwara Nagar Palika. Garima Dutt, CEO of YES Foundation, and various partner representatives were also in attendance.

This new centre operates under the umbrella of YES Foundation’s primary Integrated Rural Livelihoods program, known as YES Sashakt, which is designed to bolster economic prospects and foster sustainable livelihoods in rural areas. Through a partnership with BharatCares, the facility will provide training and resources to youth and women hailing from tribal and marginalized backgrounds. The curriculum encompasses market-aligned vocational training, digital and service-sector skill development, financial literacy, life skills, career counseling, and entrepreneurship guidance. Additionally, the program includes career mentorship and placement assistance to ensure participants can effectively utilize the skills they acquire.

Speaking at the inauguration, Shri Babulal Kharadi, Minister for Tribal Area Development, Government of Rajasthan, said, "Empowering tribal communities through skill development is key to building sustainable livelihoods and strengthening the local economy. By equipping youth and women with relevant skills and opportunities, we can empower families and build more resilient communities. I am glad that YES Foundations and BharatCares have come together to create platform for the people of Dungarpur, giving them opportunity to create brighter futures for themselves."

Speaking at the inauguration, Garima Dutt, CEO of YES Foundation, said, "At YES Foundation, we strongly believe that sustainable livelihoods programmes are critical to building resilient communities and creating pathways for inclusive, long-term development. Empowering communities with the right skills, knowledge and access to opportunities enables them to participate more meaningfully in the local economy and shape a secure future. Our YES Sashakt Kendra in Dungarpur is a step towards this vision, bringing skilling and livelihood opportunities closer to the community and enabling local youth and women to become drivers of sustainable economic progress."

Looking ahead, the YES Sashakt initiative is set to prioritize farm-based livelihoods, the development of nano and group-based enterprises, employability training, and financial literacy over the coming four years. The program combines agricultural and farm-allied livelihood support with non-farm enterprise development and financial literacy interventions, all customized to meet local requirements. This effort is built upon the Foundation’s core 3E framework: Employability, Entrepreneurship, and Environmental Sustainability.

About YES BANK

Headquartered in Mumbai, YES BANK stands as a prominent new-generation private sector bank in India. The institution provides a comprehensive suite of banking solutions, including Corporate & Institutional Banking, Retail Banking, MSME, Transaction Banking, and Treasury services. Its network encompasses over 1300 branches, 200+ Business Correspondent Banking Outlets (BCBOs) and more than 1350 ATMs (including CRMs and BNAs) spread across 300 districts nationwide. The Bank also maintains an International Banking Unit (IBU) at GIFT City and a Representative Office in Abu Dhabi, which bolsters its international reach.

The Bank’s subsidiary, YES Securities, offers a diverse array of investment and broking products tailored for Retail, HNI, and Institutional clients. Meanwhile, YES Foundation serves as the CSR arm of YES BANK, spearheading social impact initiatives in sectors such as education, livelihoods, skilling, community development, and sustainability, underscoring the Bank’s dedication to inclusive and responsible banking.