India’s Minister of Education, Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, has announced strategic partnerships to enhance the country’s skill ecosystem, aiming to increase its vigor and speed. Key announcements included strategic collaborations with industry partners, academia, and government departments, inauguration of two Centres of Excellence in media and electronics at SDI, launch of Mock Test Application 2.0 by NIMI, and introduction of four new-age courses for ITI and NSTI candidates. The aim is to bridge the gap between industry requirements and skill development initiatives, ensuring that India’s young workforce remains competitive and are adaptable to emerging trends.
Dr. Nirmaljeet Singh Kalsi, Chairman NCVET; Shri. Atul Kumar Tiwari, Secretary, Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE); Shri. Sanjeev Chopra, Secretary, Department of Food and Public Distribution, Smt. Trishaljit Sethi, DG, DGT-MSDE, Smt. Sonal Mishra, Joint Secretary, MSDE, Smt. Hena Usman, Joint Secretary, MSDE and Shri. Ved Mani Tiwari, CEO NSDC and MD, NSDC International also graced the event. Shri. Dharmendra Pradhan, Hon’ble Union Minister of Education and Skill Development & Entrepreneurship said, “These skilling initiatives and partnerships will prepare our population for 21stcentury job markets, help them thrive as innovators and entrepreneurs and also contribute to driving economic growth.
MSDE is introducing new-age trades, setting up ITIs for new technologies, and providing entrepreneurial support through initiatives like PM Mudra Yojana. The Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH) demonstrates the ministry’s commitment to technology for inclusive skilling, personalized learning, and enhanced accessibility to skill development programs.
