The Aryavarth Express
Agency(New Delhi): In a significant move to enhance India’s workforce skills, Union Minister of Education and Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, has launched multiple initiatives and industry partnerships. These partnerships, signed with 15 prominent organizations and academic giants, aim to skill and empower India’s ‘Yuva Shakti’. The event, held under the auspices of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) and in collaboration with the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), was graced by key dignitaries including Secretary, MSDE, Shri Atul Kumar Tiwari; Chairperson, NCVET, Dr. Nirmaljeet Singh Kalsi; and CEO of NSDC, Shri Ved Mani Tiwari.
The partnerships include notable names such as Flipkart, Teamlease, Infosys, IIT Guwahati, and Google, among others. Shri Pradhan emphasized that these collaborations will propel the Skill India mission and create a capable, efficient workforce ready for global opportunities. He stressed that India’s progress towards becoming a developed nation hinges on embracing skilling, re-skilling, and up-skilling. This approach will not only cater to domestic demand but also meet global workforce requirements.
Digital initiatives in the skilling ecosystem, offering skills anytime and anywhere, were also highlighted by the Minister. He underscored the importance of social participation in reinforcing the skills ecosystem and noted that emerging technologies offer benefits for all involved.
The event also featured interactive discussions between industry representatives, the Minister, and the Secretary, MSDE. These discussions centered around best practices, insights, and strategies to augment the capabilities of Indian youth, preparing them for diverse career opportunities. This collaborative effort is aligned with Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s vision for a developed India by 2047, aiming to prepare the ‘Amrit Peedhi’ for the Future of Work. The partnerships are expected to make the skilling ecosystem more accessible, innovative, and flexible, thereby heralding a new phase in education and industry-academia linkages.
These collaborations focus on various sectors including IT, CSR, and technology, ensuring that Indian youth are well-equipped for industry demands. Previous partnerships by NSDC with organizations like IBM, Bajaj Finserv, and Meta have already laid a foundation for enhancing youth capabilities.
The initiative promises practical knowledge, creative skills, and valuable experiences for students through on-the-job training and industry exposure. This approach not only fulfills the aspirations of Indian youth but also boosts their employment prospects, driving youth-led development in the country.