Skill Development
The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) has reported a significant increase in youth employability in India, rising from 40.44% in 2017 to 51.25% in 2024. The unemployment rate in rural areas has also decreased from 5.7% to 2.8% between 2017-2024. To enhance employability, MSDE
Apprenticeship
The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship has proposed a 36% increase in apprenticeship stipends, linked to the Consumer Price Index. This decision, made during the 38th meeting of the Central Apprenticeship Council, aims to modernize the apprenticeship ecosystem in India. The revised stipend will apply to all apprentices, including
AI education
The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) has launched initiatives to promote Artificial Intelligence (AI) in technical education, particularly for women. The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) has introduced AI courses across various programs and initiated faculty development workshops. The AI Career for Women Initiative aims to
Vadhavan Port
The Vadhavan Port, located on the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor, is set to enhance India's container handling capacity by 23.2 million TEUs, positioning India as a key player in global maritime trade. Key agreements include collaborations for skill development training, rural entrepreneurship, and the launch of a
PMKVY
The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) reports that over 1.6 crore candidates have been trained under the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) in the last decade, with 1.29 crore certified. The NSDC has trained an additional 1.74 crore candidates and facilitated 2.32 lakh
Skill Development
The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) has conducted a National Skill Gap Study to identify skill demands in seven high-growth sectors. The Skill India Mission (SIM) aims to provide skill training through various schemes, including PMKVY, JSS, NAPS, and CTS, to enhance employability. Evaluations show positive impacts, with
Skill Development
The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) has reported a significant decrease in the unemployment rate among youth aged 15-29, from 17.8% in 2017-18 to 10.2% in 2023-24, attributed to various skill development initiatives under the Skill India Mission. The PMKVY scheme has successfully placed over 2.
PM Vishwakarma Scheme
The PM Vishwakarma Scheme, implemented by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MoMSME) and the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), has appointed 497 District Project Management Units (DPMUs) across 618 districts in India. These units are responsible for raising awareness about the scheme, coordinating training sessions,
Skill Development
The Government of India is enhancing employability for youth, particularly women, through the Skill India Mission (SIM). Various initiatives, including the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) and Jan Sikhshan Sansthan (JSS), provide skill training across sectors. Special provisions support women's participation, with a focus on vocational training
Apprenticeship
The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship has proposed a 36% increase in apprenticeship stipends, linked to the Consumer Price Index (CPI). This decision, made during the 38th meeting of the Central Apprenticeship Council, aims to modernize the apprenticeship ecosystem in India. The revised stipend structure will apply to all
PM VIKAS
The Ministry of Minority Affairs has launched the PM VIKAS scheme in 2024, merging five previous livelihood schemes to promote indigenous crafts and skills among minority communities. The initiative includes collaboration with national institutes for design and development, conducting workshops, and organizing events like 'Hunar Haat' to enhance
Employment
The Ministry of Labour & Employment has announced budgetary allocations for the financial year 2025-26 aimed at enhancing employment opportunities for Scheduled Castes (SCs), Scheduled Tribes (STs), Other Backward Classes (OBCs), and Minority Communities. Key initiatives include the 'Welfare of SC/ST Jobseekers Scheme' with an allocation of