PM MITRA
The Indian government has announced the establishment of PM Mega Integrated Textile Region and Apparel (PM MITRA) Parks at seven locations across the country, with a total investment of Rs. 4,445 crore aimed at creating approximately 20 lakh jobs by 2027-28. The initiative is part of a broader strategy
Textile Sector
The Indian government has approved the establishment of seven PM MITRA Parks across various states to enhance the textile sector's competitiveness. Infrastructure development worth Rs 1,197.33 crore is underway, with significant financial assistance provided to modernize the handloom and handicrafts sectors. The Samarth scheme aims to
Food Processing
The Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) is implementing schemes to promote entrepreneurship among SC/ST/OBC categories, including the Pradhan Mantri Kisan SAMPADA Yojana (PMKSY) and the PM Formalization of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PMFME) scheme. These initiatives include reduced financial requirements and training programs aimed at enhancing skills
Women Entrepreneurship
The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) launched the Swavalambini Women Entrepreneurship Programme in February 2025, targeting 1200 female students across six states. The program includes multi-stage training, mentorship, and support to foster entrepreneurship among women. It aims to empower young women to become job creators and contribute to
Skill Development
The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) under India's Skill India Mission is enhancing the workforce's capabilities by providing training in future skills such as AI, Robotics, and Digital Marketing. Initiatives include the introduction of new job roles, apprenticeship programs, partnerships with tech companies, and
Skill Development
The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) under the Skill India Mission (SIM) aims to enhance employability through skill training and certification. The Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) component under PMKVY assesses skills acquired informally, aligning them with National Skills Qualification Framework (NSQF) standards. The process includes rigorous assessments
Industrial Training Institutes
The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) oversees 14,615 Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) in India, comprising 3,316 government and 11,299 private institutions. The Craftsmen Training Scheme (CTS) is implemented through these ITIs, which are managed by state governments while the central government sets policies for affiliation
Vocational Education
The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship emphasizes the integration of vocational education with mainstream education as per the National Education Policy 2020. The National Credit Framework (NCrF) has been established to facilitate credit accumulation across various educational levels. The Samagra Shiksha scheme supports vocational education for students from classes
Samarth Scheme
The Ministry of Textiles is implementing the Samarth scheme to provide demand-driven, placement-oriented skilling programs in the textile sector across India. Over the last three years, 319,887 beneficiaries have been trained, with 273,681 placed, including significant representation from SC and ST communities. The scheme offers a minimum placement
IndiaSkills 2025
The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship has launched registrations for the IndiaSkills Competition 2025, aimed at identifying and nurturing India's top young talent in vocational skills. The competition will feature 63 skills and is open to participants aged 16 to 25 from all states and UTs. Registrations
Skill Development
The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) is implementing the Craftsmen Training Scheme (CTS) through Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) across India, offering training in 169 trades aligned with the National Skill Qualification Framework (NSQF). Among these, five courses are specifically designed for especially abled individuals. The initiative aims to
Skill India Mission
The Skill India Mission, under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, aims to create a skilled workforce by providing training to 298.25 million existing workers and 104.62 million new entrants by 2022. Various schemes like PMKVY, JSS, NAPS, and CTS are implemented to facilitate this training. The