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09/08/23 06:45 AM IST

Special skill initiative for North-East Region

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  • To create a robust skill-centric and industry ready ecosystem in North-Eastern Region (NER), Union Minister for Education and Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan launched a special initiative ‘Transforming Lives, Building Futures: Skill Development and Entrepreneurship in North-East in New Delhi.
Features of the initiative
  • As part of the initiative, 2.5 lakhs youth of the NER will be provided with industry relevant skill training programmes through a wide array of schemes and initiatives, including Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY), National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) and Jan Shikshan Sansthans (JSS).
  • The Government has earmarked a substantial fund of Rs360 crore to facilitate inclusive development, nurture entrepreneurial talent, and propel the socio-economic growth of the region.
  • To fuel further growth, the concerted efforts are being made to provide vocational education and skill development programs to cater to the demand for skilled professionals across sectors, including agriculture, tourism, handicrafts, and information technology.
  • 2 Lakh skill training under Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY)
  • 30,000 Apprenticeship Engagement under National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS)
  • 20,000 to be skilled under Jan Shikshan Sansthans (JSS)
  • Quality enhancement of ITIs under skill strengthening for industrial value enhancement (STRIVE)
  • Strengthening of Polytechnics
  • Special projects will be taken up for the special needs of North-East region under SANKALP.
  • Skill India International Centre to be set up to promote overseas job opportunities.
  • The National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) has facilitated training to 38,240 candidates across 1,693 establishments in the last 7 years in north-east.
Source- PIB

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