Weekly Newsbytes from NSN on skill development and education – 31st October 2023

In this week’s Newsbytes from NSN, we bring you the latest highlights from the world of skill development. In this edition, we shine a spotlight on implementation of skill development under the PM Vishwakarma Scheme, iMOVE online presentation on “VET on the move: Health and Geriatric Care – Vocational and Further Training for Nursing Staff” for India. Beyond these key features, we also provide updates from government, industry, academia, and other stakeholders in the skilling ecosystem.

Stay tuned for a comprehensive overview that not only keeps you informed about industry trends but also opens doors to potential lead generation and business opportunities.

Here we go with the highlights of this week,

Skill development news from the government

• MSDE organised a one-day workshop on the implementation of skill development under the PM Vishwakarma Scheme on October 27, 2023. Read more…
• Union Minister for Education, Skill Development, and Entrepreneurship, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, addressed the Western Zone Vice Chancellors’ Conference regarding the implementation of NEP 2020.
• Singapore to establish industrial training and skilling institutes in India as part of their strategic partnership, with a focus on skill development.

Upcoming events:

Join the iMOVE Online Presentation “VET on the move: Health and Geriatric Care – Vocational and Further Training for Nursing Staff” for India.

Health and Geriatric Care – Vocational and Further Training for Nursing Staff

Date of the event:  9 November 2023

Time: 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM

Registration deadline: 8 November 2023

To register, kindly provide your name and email address by sending an email to imove@bibb.de

To know more about the event, click on the link – https://www.imove-germany.de/en/event-reports/Health-and-Geriatric-Care-Vocational-and-Further-Training-for-Nursing-Staff.htm

Skill development news from the industry

• The Flipkart Foundation has partnered with Smile Foundation to launch a livelihood program empowering underprivileged youth focusing on BFSI, Personality Development, and Soft Skills.
• Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages (HCCB) has partnered with Y4D Foundation to upskill 5,500 individuals in Maharashtra. This includes providing 3,000 women with financial and digital literacy skills.
• Ambuja Foundation has partnered with Western Coalfields Limited (WCL) to implement skill training program and train youth in Chandrapur district to make them job ready.
• NSDC and upGrad have signed an MoU to offer high-quality higher education and skill development programs to India’s youth, aiming to enhance the country’s skill levels.
• JCB India anticipates robust growth in the construction equipment sector over the next decade. Currently, they produce 60+ products in 9 categories and boast the country’s largest network with 60+ dealers and around 700 outlets.
• Cyient has partnered with CEMS to work together on skill enhancement training for students in CAD, CAE PLM and electrical system development domains to meet industry needs.
• India’s manufacturing sector job postings grew by 36% according to a report from global hiring platform Indeed, with production/manufacturing roles being among the most hired functional areas in the past year.
• According to TSSC report, India faces a shortage of 2.41 million skilled telecom workers, set to grow 3.8 times by 2030. By 2025, 22 million skilled workers will be needed in 5G-related fields.

Skill development news from the ITIs

• Coimbatore’s Employment and Training Department seeks TNSDC approval to offer short-term MSME programs via Tata Technology Centers at eight government ITIs in the Western region.
• Jeeviya, a student at the Government ITI for Women in Puducherry, achieved the 22nd rank in the All India Trade Test (AITT) held by the Directorate-General of Training in June.
• Schneider Electric to support skilling initiatives at Govt. of Karnataka I.T.I. Belavadi with smart infrastructure support. They also plan to boost 200+ women hiring for their Mysuru manufacturing facility.
• Over 1,000 ITI students will soon take their annual exams online, as DSDE aims to enhance transparency, accuracy, and efficiency while reducing exam time.

Skill development news from the academia

• IUST and MuSigma are teaming up to offer a B.Tech program in Decision Sciences, focusing on data sciences, data analytics, and decision sciences for the Knowledge economy and Industry 4.0.
• Anna University has introduced two bachelor’s vocational courses in logistics management and footwear manufacturing at its university colleges of engineering in Kancheepuram and Arni.

Skill development news from the States/UTs

• Odisha: The Odisha government has launched a three-year scheme with a budget of Rs 385 crore from the current fiscal year to equip young people with the necessary skills for modern technologies and emerging trades.
• Tripura: Shri Rajeev Chandrasekhar, the Union Minister of Electronics, and Information Technology, launched Heartland Tripura initiative, designed to provide skill development training to young individuals and is expected to stimulate investment and job opportunities.

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