Weekly Newsbytes from NSN on skill development and education – 19th November 2024

In this week’s Newsbytes from NSN, we’re diving into the latest highlights focusing on the 3rd CII Education East Summit 2024, skill development in Green Hydrogen sector, launch of MedTech scheme, Samsung Innovation Campus skill development program and more. We’ll also explore exclusive insights from the forefront of skill development, covering everything from groundbreaking initiatives to emerging trends in technology, NEP 2020, UGC, NCVET and more.

Here we go with this week’s edition of our weekly newsbytes,

3rd CII Education East Summit 2024: Bridging Education and Industry for Future Workforce – A Report

The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) hosted the third edition of the Education East Summit in Kolkata on November 8 and 9, 2024. With the theme “Navigation for the Future – Preparing for What’s Next”, the summit served as a platform to bridge the gap between education and industry. Click here to read more…

Expression of Interest (EOI) for Green Hydrogen Practical Training Tools and Equipment

India’s green hydrogen industry is making substantial strides as it positions itself to meet future energy demands and reduce dependence on fossil fuels. As one of the world’s largest consumers of energy, India recognizes the importance of alternative solutions to address both environmental and energy security concerns. 

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Updates from the MSDE, NSDC, NCVET, UGC

• NCVET granted dual recognition to Karmayogi Bharat enabling it to assess, certify, and award qualifications directly through its managed training centers.
• MSDE urged states and UTs to support ITI graduates in joining the Prime Minister’s Internship Scheme, ensuring eligible youth access its benefits.
• The Prime Minister National Apprenticeship Mela was held at ITI Bandipora, attracting over 200 aspirants and local industry representatives to promote skill development and apprenticeship opportunities.
• The government launched development projects in Bihar’s Jamui, focusing on tribal welfare, infrastructure, training, and youth employment.

Updates on CSR-skill development

• Toyota Kirloskar Motor launched educational and vocational initiatives on National Education Day to empower underprivileged youth with job-ready skills in Karnataka and across India.
• Samsung India has certified 3,500 students in 2024 under its Innovation Campus program, aligning with Skill India and Digital India to train youth in AI, IoT, Big Data, and Coding.
• Edutest Solutions, in partnership with Ambuja Cement Foundation, has trained 159 rural youth in Gujarat, with 105 securing jobs at leading companies like Bosch and Tata Motors.
• BluPine Energy launches initiatives in Punjab’s Mansa district, including solar lighting, a Mini Science Center, and vocational training for youth in three villages.
• HDFC Bank’s Parivartan initiative will set up SMART classes in 3,500 schools and provide scholarships to 25,000 underprivileged students to enhance digital education and learning.
• Hindustan Zinc is empowering over 200,000 children in Rajasthan through education, health, and community support initiatives, ensuring brighter futures for underprivileged and special needs children.

Stakeholder collaboration – Industry, Academia and Government

• The Govind Hari Singhania Skill Development Centre was inaugurated by Governor Anandiben Patel providing tailoring training to 100 women.
• The government launched a ₹500 crore scheme to boost India’s medical device industry, focusing on manufacturing, skills, clinical studies, and infrastructure.
• The government of Odisha will implement NEP 2020 across state-run universities and colleges starting this academic year.
• The government of Andhra Pradesh unveils a plan to groom 8,000 entrepreneurs annually, aiming to nurture one entrepreneur per family.
• The government of Himachal Pradesh aims to become a national hub for skill development, equipping youth with industry-ready expertise through advanced technology training.
• The Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI) hosted the HR Summit on Education and Career in Hospitality, in New Delhi, focusing on reshaping hospitality education and workforce solutions.
• Healthium and HSSC signed an MoU to collaborate on training programs for skilling, reskilling, and upskilling healthcare workers in India.
• The Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department, Tamil Nadu, has launched a skill voucher scheme offering financial support to SC and ST final-year students for skill training in emerging fields.
• The Handicrafts and Carpet Sector Skill Council (HCSSC) partnered with Flipkart to host an orientation workshop in Moradabad, empowering artisans to become entrepreneurs through e-commerce.
• Avaada Group signed an MoU with India’s National Green Hydrogen Mission to enhance skill development and empower youth in the green hydrogen sector.
• IIT Bombay and Autodesk have signed an MoU to equip future engineers, designers, and innovators for careers in the design and make industries.
• The Pharmacy Council of India, in partnership with LSSSDC, will launch a training programme on November 30 to upskill 6,000 registered pharmacists in Andhra Pradesh.
• The Game Developers Association of India (GDAI) signed MoUs with FICCI, Rajasthan, and Sikkim to foster growth and innovation in India’s gaming sector.
• THSC leads an upskilling initiative at Rashtrapati Bhawan under PMKVY 4.0, enhancing service standards for staff in key roles like Kitchen Trainee and Housekeeping Assistant.