World Skills Competition, the largest skills competition in the world, is the gold standard for skills excellence, showcasing the value of skills, and raising the recognition of skilled professionals worldwide. It is conducted once in two years and this year the competition was conducted in a decentralized mode from September 3, 2022, to November 28,2022, across Europe, North America, and East Asia. Indian teams participated in 12 countries/20 cities.
Skills are the foundation of modern life, from the houses we live in to the societies we create, is the result of skills. They are the driving force behind successful careers and companies, thriving industries, and economies. Skills keep the world working and the world’s Vocational Education and Training (VET) leaders unite as Members and partners of World Skills to advance skills promotion within their own country and region, and around the world.
India secured the 11th position in the WorldSkills Competition 2022 (WSC 2022) as compared to the 13th position in 2019, winning 2 Silver Medals, 3 Bronze Medals, and 13 Medallions of Excellence. This win suggests a surge in awareness among youth, trainers, and other key stakeholders in the skill ecosystem about participating in the competition which inspires young people to develop a passion for skills and pursue excellence, through competitions.