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MSDE Charts Roadmap to Enhance Apprenticeships in MSMEs

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29 Apr 2026

The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) organized a workshop to scale apprenticeship programs in Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) as part of India’s workforce development strategy, 'Viksit Bharat'. The workshop discussed strategies to increase participation from MSMEs in the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS), aiming to transition India’s strong policy framework into practical, on-ground solutions. Key barriers were identified, and new models were proposed to make apprenticeships more accessible for small businesses.

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West Bengal Records Highest Poll Turnout Since Independence

Ministry of Finance Reviews Financial Inclusion Progress with Key Banks

Ministry of Heavy Industries Discusses EV Financing

Piyush Goyal Aims for $2 Trillion Export Target by 2030-31