Under the Prime Minister’s vision to make Bharat a job creator nation, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, Hon’ble Minister of Education, Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Government of India has engaged with over 100 entrepreneurs trained under institutions like the National Institute of Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development (NIESBUD), Indian Institute of Entrepreneurship (IIE), and Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY).
Shri. Nirmaljit Singh Kalsi, President of NCVET, Shri. Atul Kumar Tiwari, Secretary of MSDE, and Smt. Trishaljit Sethi, Director General of DGT, attended the event. Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, said “This is the first time ever that entrepreneurs from the skill ecosystem are accorded the honor of being guests at the Republic Day celebrations, a testament to the visionary leadership of Hon’ble PM”. Further he added, “Empowering the deprived and weaker sections of society is the cornerstone of this administration, with the common citizen being Modi ji’s unwavering priority.”
Entrepreneurs discussed how Skill India Mission’s skill training has improved their capacities, problem-solving abilities, and marketing strategies. They expressed gratitude to the Prime Minister and the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship for providing them with on-the-job training and industry exposure, enabling them to transform their lives and make their aspirations a reality.