14, 2026 DyCM Harsh Sanghavi hands over a ceremonial key of an earthmover to a beneficiary during the ‘Bharwad Yuva Sangathan’ event, in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, Wednesday, Oct.
Gandhinagar : Bharwad Yuva Sangathan on Wednesday distributed 221 JCB machines to youth from the Bharwad community at a programme held in Gandhinagar, aiming to support employment and self-reliance through equipment-based livelihood opportunities. The total value of the 221 JCB machines is around Rs 84 crore, according to the organisation. It said it secured a discount of Rs 7.6 crore on the bulk purchase. 14, 2026, Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi during the ‘Youth Employment Scheme 2026’, in Gandhinagar
Gujarat deputy chief minister Harsh Sanghavi handed over the machines during the event. The scale of the initiative also raises the possibility of a significant milestone in community-led machinery procurement, subject to independent verification of comparable orders in India and internationally. In this image received on Oct.
The distribution of 221 JCBs will open new avenues for self-employment and financial independence, while access to education and technology will empower the next generation.
Sanghavi said, “From the traditional lathi to the modern laptop, the Bharwad community’s journey reflects its progress and determination. Sangathan president Dilip Bharwad said the organisation has been facilitating access to JCB machines by partnering with finance companies and standing as a repayment guarantor for beneficiaries. He said this support helps youth secure loans even when they have weak credit histories, enabling them to start earning through machine work and related contracts. He said the initiative has improved livelihoods for many families and that the latest distribution marks a key step in helping economically weaker and unemployed youth pursue sustainable income opportunities with dignity and confidence.