In a bid to enhance skill-based education, two new colleges of pharmacy and nursing were inaugurated under the Medhavi Skills University (MSU) in Sikkim on November 4. The inauguration was led by S.D. Dhakal, Principal Secretary to Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang, under the theme “Empowering Dreams and Building Futures for Viksit Bharat.”The initiative underscores the role of public-private partnerships in expanding employment opportunities for Sikkim’s youth. Prominent figures from various sectors, including industry, government, and technology, attended the event, highlighting the importance of practical, skills-focused learning.
MSU signed multiple Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with organizations such as LOGICKNOTS, Transorze Information Solutions Pvt Ltd, and Trika Energy Research Pvt Ltd, alongside hospitality giant Club Mahindra Resort – Le Vintuna. These collaborations aim to equip students with industry-ready skills, particularly in rapidly growing fields like India’s semiconductor industry. Dhakal emphasized the importance of skills-based education to meet India’s development goals for 2047 and congratulated MSU on its efforts to address sectoral skill gaps. He also noted the need for more nursing and pharmacy colleges to strengthen Sikkim’s healthcare sector.
Kuldip Sarma, Co-Founder and Pro-Chancellor of MSU, stated, “Our commitment at Medhavi Skills University aligns deeply with the vision of ‘Viksit Bharat 2047.’ Through a skill-driven approach, we aim to equip local youth with industry-relevant competencies for global success.”