Deendayal Jan Aajeevika Yojana (Shehari): MoHUA's urban livelihoods mission, in pilot in 25 cities, replacing DAY-NULM.
137 jobs have been generated through self-employment loans in Hnahthial. 67.2% of jobs overall are self-employment, behind the typical district. The D-JAY(S) Urban Livelihoods unit works this ground, helping urban youth set up and sustain small enterprises.
71% of registered enterprises are in services while 29% are in manufacturing. Only 1% of employment is in small and medium enterprises. 64% of school-age children are enrolled in higher secondary school (classes 9–12).
In Hnahthial, which ranks 10 of 11 in Mizoram for youth opportunity, the overall opportunity score is 51.7 out of 100. The district has 348 registered service enterprises.