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    Skill India Mission: Objectives, Features & Benefits

    Skill India Mission

    India’s total population comprises the one-fifth majority of youth. They contribute significantly to the economy. However, lack of skill-building and job opportunities obstructs their growth. To remove this concern, the Indian Government has launched the Skill India mission. This scheme offers skill development training and financial aid to beneficiaries.

    The expansion of the Skill India initiative is anticipated to have a greater impact on how India's economy and society develop in the future. Keep reading to know more about this scheme.

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    What is the Skill India Mission Scheme?

    The Skill India Mission was launched on 15 July 2015 by the Central Government to make Indian youth belonging to rural and urban areas competent for employment.

    It aims to empower India’s youth by offering necessary skills and training to increase their chances of getting jobs in various sectors. This also boosts an individual's productivity and knowledge.

    The initiative also aims to educate more than 40 crore individuals and create a workforce by 2022.  It does so by offering different courses and classes for free.

    The National Skill Development Mission takes account of the proceedings through a result-oriented structure that connects with modern business requirements. Technically, this scheme takes care of convergence, institutional training, overseas employment, leveraging public infrastructure and sustainable livelihoods.

    Interested individuals can register themselves through an online process and enlist for a preferred course.

    Let’s check what the objectives of the Skill India initiative are to understand this scheme better.

    Schemes for Skill Development Launched by the Government of India

    For Indian youth, skill development is crucial because it makes them marketable, helps them learn new skills, and makes them competitive in the labour market. Schemes Under the Skill India Programme are:

    Scheme Launch Date Description
    Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kausalya Yojana (DDU-GKY) September 25th, 2014 It provides jobs with monthly wages and varied skills that empower impoverished rural kids.
    Financial Support for People with Disabilities to Receive Skill Training March 21st, 2015 This program provides financial assistance to individuals with disabilities (PwDs) who can demonstrate a minimum of 40% disability and a valid certificate from a medical authority.
    Vocational Education July 15th, 2015 This is a reference to the government's hands-on skill development programs, which assist young people in developing their abilities in a particular subject and advancing their career prospects in that field.
    Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) July 15th, 2015 The Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana, or PMKVY, seeks to improve daily wage workers' productivity and employability by providing them with high-quality training and financial incentives.
    Minority Skill Development August 8th, 2015 Minority skill development Individuals from India's minority communities who are between the ages of 14 and 45 are the aim of this program. Depending on their credentials and present financial situation, it aids in upgrading their talents.
    UDAAN October 21st, 2016 Students from the Jammu and Kashmir region can take advantage of skill development courses offered by the Udaan initiative, which would aid in their job search.
    GSDP June 2017 The goal of the Green Skill Development Program (GSDP) is to assist young people in finding appropriate employment opportunities by fostering skill development in the environmental and forest sectors.
    Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Kendra October 23rd, 2017 To support vocational training programs, the government is setting up advanced model training facilities in each area of the nation. Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Kendra is the name of these centers.
    SANKALP January 19th, 2018 The World Bank funds the Skill Acquisition and Knowledge Awareness for Livelihood Promotion (SANKALP) skill development program.
    SHREYAS February 27th, 2019 Through the National Apprenticeship Promotional Scheme (NAPS), graduates can access industrial apprenticeship opportunities through the Scheme for Higher Education Youth in Apprenticeships and Skills (SHREYAS).

    Courses Offered Under the Skill India Mission

    People should check the courses offered by Skill India before applying. They can use this information to determine whether the courses suit their interests. The following programmes are included in the list of skill development courses under the Skill India Mission, as part of the schemes mentioned above: 

    Course Description
    Entrepreneurship Development Programmes (EDPs) These include the women's entrepreneurial development programs and the Counselling, Retraining, and Redeployment Scheme for Central Public Sector Undertaking. Women without jobs and voluntarily retired staff from central public sector companies are both eligible for short-term skill-building courses.

    The courses give students in-depth knowledge on many lucrative industry sectors, such as digital marketing, food processing, dairy products, and healthcare, to assist them in launching their businesses and boosting the national economy.
    Entrepreneurship cum Skill Development Programmes (ESDPs) 6 weeks ESDPs are in-depth training programs designed to enhance the abilities of current employees and aspiring business owners, particularly those in the micro and small industries. These Skill India courses guarantee the development of youths' talents and equip them with improved production-related information.

    Specially designed programs help socially marginalised groups—such as women, SC/ST backgrounds, and people with disabilities—develop their skills. The courses cover every skill needed in the sector, including financial flow, accounting, project profile creation, export potential, and marketing strategies.
    Management Development Programmes These quick-turnaround management development courses are designed to enhance particular managerial skills in line with current industry standards.

    Advanced Executive Secretarial and Change Management Skills, Modern Human Resource Management Techniques, Cost Effectiveness in Economic Downturn, and Business Development Plan for Micro and Small Businesses are offered.
    Training of Trainers Programmes These courses give those who want to work as trainers in their respective fields the necessary skills. The National Skill Qualification Framework is linked with the candidates to facilitate the acknowledgement of their skills and employment chances.

    Through courses like Electronic data processing skills, ESDP in 2D animation, Technology Infusion cum Skill Development Programme, ESDP in Fashion Designing, Accreditation Programme for Electromagnetic Trainers, etc., the trainers learn about the evolving aspects of the nation's industrial sector.

    Objectives of the Skill India Development

    Following are the purposes of the said scheme for the development of the workforce in India.

    • The Skill India Mission aims to offer market-oriented skills training to nearly 40 Crore Indians by 2022.
    • It works to create a space for promoting the talents of youths and creating job opportunities for them.
    • Skill India Mission funds sectors that are searching for options to recognise areas for skill development.
    • It removes the gap between talented youth and enterprises.
    • Lowering the poverty graph in the country.
    • Boosting healthy competition in Indian businesses.
    • Support Indian workforce and local production in the Indian and global markets.
    • Diversifying skill development schemes to meet crucial challenges.
    • Enhancing engagement of social partners and improving the relationship between public and private partnerships.
    • Seek investors to finance sustainable skills development.

    Apart from objectives, individuals should also check the features of the Gramin Skill Development mission.

    Features of the Skill India Scheme

    The features of the Skill India Mission are as follows.

    • It creates a lucrative scheme for the development of rural youth.
    • This scheme focuses on improving the entrepreneurship and service skills of Indian youth.
    • National Skill India Mission supports and offers training to individuals working in both organised and unorganised sectors. For instance, cobblers, nurses, masons, kiln workers, etc., can apply for this scheme.
    • Skill India Mission also focuses on developing sectors, such as designing, textiles, gems industry, transportation, real estate, textiles, etc. These areas need adequate training for growth.
    • It trains youth and makes them capable of finding a job in both India and abroad.

    Let’s check the benefits offered by this scheme to know more about Skill India Mission.

    Role of Skill India Scheme in Economic Growth

    Skill India has helped the nation's economy flourish by supplying trained labour to numerous industries. Businesses can run more profitably and contribute to economic growth with a trained workforce. The Skill India Scheme, launched by the Government of India, plays a role in economic growth by focusing on the following areas:

    Role Description
    Employment Creation Millions of young people in the nation now have access to work, thanks in large part to Skill India. The program's participants have received training in various fields, such as construction, hospitality, tourism, and healthcare, making them employable in these fields.
    Increased Productivity The workforce's productivity has increased due to the training offered by Skill India. With greater skills, workers can do their tasks more effectively and produce higher-quality work.
    Entrepreneurship Skill India has promoted entrepreneurship by offering training in various business-related competencies. As a result, there are now many startups and small enterprises that support the expansion of the economy.
    Empowerment By giving people the skills they need to support themselves, Skill India has empowered many people, especially women and members of poor areas. As a result, many people's lives have improved, and poverty has decreased.
    Global Recognition Skill India's efforts to develop a competent workforce have earned it acclaim on a global scale. The initiative has collaborated with many nations to exchange expertise and optimal methodologies, enhancing India's reputation as a nation possessing a proficient labour pool.
    Fostering Industry Alignment The scheme ensures that the skills being developed are relevant to current market demands by tailoring training programs to meet the specific needs of various industries. This alignment helps industries grow and adapt, supporting economic development.
    Reducing Skills Gap Addressing the mismatch between available skills and job requirements helps reduce skill gaps in the labour market, leading to better job placements and enhanced economic performance.

    Components of Skill India Mission

    Considered the premier skill development program under Skill India, the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) seeks to empower the youth by giving them training opportunities for improved livelihoods. The elements of PMKVY are as follows:

    Component Description
    Short-Term Training This module trains jobless people and those who have dropped out of school or college. To guarantee consistent skill development, training encompasses a range of topics, including digital literacy, entrepreneurship, and soft skills. It is in line with the National Skills Qualification Framework (NSQF).
    Kaushal and Rozgar Mela These events encourage community engagement and transparency by bringing together parties interested in skill development. They also act as venues for exhibiting abilities, encouraging connections, and helping to place people in jobs.
    Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Those with previous expertise can take advantage of skill certification and assessment, which allows them to fill in any knowledge gaps with specific Bridge Courses.
    Special Projects This part allows training programs to be tailored to meet special skill demands or new industry trends by departing from the usual framework.
    Monitoring Guidelines By implementing strict monitoring procedures at training facilities, PMKVY guarantees quality assurance. Routine inspections and evaluations help maintain standards and accountability.
    Guidelines for Placement The program strongly emphasises matching talented workers with jobs that match market demand. Placement regulations and guidelines improve employability and promote economic growth by directing the skilled workforce towards appropriate employment possibilities.

    Importance of Skill India

    Through a focus on skill development programs and workforce development investments, India may leverage its demographic dividend, improve productivity in many industries, and secure long-term socio-economic advancement. Skilling is important for the following reasons:

    Importance Description
    Demographic Dividend India's huge youthful population contributes to a beneficial demographic dividend. It is essential to offer sufficient skill training to improve employability to fully capitalise on this advantage and satisfy the needs of the global labour market.

    Skilling is essential for long-term, sustainable economic growth because there is a brief window of time to take advantage of this demographic dividend.
    Low Skill Training Penetration India's workforce obtains barely 10% of formal skill training while having a demographic advantage over other major countries like Germany (75%), Japan (80%), and South Korea (96%).

    A greater uptake of skill training is required to close the gap between workforce skills and industry requirements.
    Sector Mobilisation The agriculture industry is seeing greater productivity due to technological and mechanisation improvements, causing a shift in labour demand from agriculture to secondary and tertiary industries.

    Successful skilling projects can ease this transition and promote general economic growth and development by providing people with the skills they need to succeed in rapidly changing industries.

    Benefits of the Skill India Mission

    The Skill India Mission offers beneficiaries the following benefits.

    • With appropriate skill development, one can get better job positions and appropriate salaries.
    • They can improve their standard of living and support their family.
    • The development at the grass-root level will help boost the economy and attract foreign investments.
    • Individuals receive a National Skill India Mission certificate which substantiates their skill training.
    • Skilled employees would offer better outcomes and more productivity.
    • An individual can develop his/her skills and set up a business. This again increases the scope for employment in India.
    • Salaried beneficiaries can avail loans of up to ₹1 crore and ₹3.5 crores as self-employed against this scheme. With a stable income, they can easily repay the outstanding balance within the tenure of 20 years.

    This is some vital information on the Skill India Mission and its variables. Individuals should check the official website to check enrolment procedures and documentation. This will help them streamline the whole process. Skill India has significantly impacted the Indian economy and society. The initiative has aided in empowering people, boosting productivity, fostering entrepreneurship, and opening job prospects.

     

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    FAQs about Skill India Mission

    What is the slogan of Skill India Mission?

    The line Kaushal Bharat, Kushal Bharat, is the slogan of Skill India Mission. It translates to a healthy, happy and prosperous India.

    The line Kaushal Bharat, Kushal Bharat, is the slogan of Skill India Mission. It translates to a healthy, happy and prosperous India.

    Name four trending courses available under Skill India Mission?

    Skill India Mission offers training in courses like digital marketing, video editing, public speaking and programming.

    Skill India Mission offers training in courses like digital marketing, video editing, public speaking and programming.

    Why is skill development important?

    When implemented properly, skill development can lower unemployment and underemployment, boost productivity, and raise living standards. Investing in retraining or upskilling workers for future occupations makes financial sense.

    When implemented properly, skill development can lower unemployment and underemployment, boost productivity, and raise living standards. Investing in retraining or upskilling workers for future occupations makes financial sense.

    When was the Skill India mission launched?

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi started the "Skill India" initiative on July 15, 2015, aiming to train over 30 crore Indians in various skills by 2022.

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi started the "Skill India" initiative on July 15, 2015, aiming to train over 30 crore Indians in various skills by 2022.

    Why was the Skill India Mission started?

    The Government of India started the 'Skill India' mission to improve the skills of the Indian workforce.

    The Government of India started the 'Skill India' mission to improve the skills of the Indian workforce.

    What can I learn at Skill India?

    At Skill India, you can learn many vocational and technical skills tailored to different industries. The programs cover manufacturing, IT, healthcare, and services, equipping you with practical skills and certifications to enhance your employability and career prospects.

    At Skill India, you can learn many vocational and technical skills tailored to different industries. The programs cover manufacturing, IT, healthcare, and services, equipping you with practical skills and certifications to enhance your employability and career prospects.

    How is the Skill India Mission beneficial for Indian youth?

    The Skill India Mission is helpful for Indian youth because it provides education and training in a variety of skills, improving employability and opening doors for entrepreneurship.

    The Skill India Mission is helpful for Indian youth because it provides education and training in a variety of skills, improving employability and opening doors for entrepreneurship.

    Which is the key scheme of the Skill India mission?

    The premier skill development program offered by Skill India is the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana. Its goal is to make training accessible to young people so they can pursue better careers.

    The premier skill development program offered by Skill India is the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana. Its goal is to make training accessible to young people so they can pursue better careers.

    What are the effects of the Skill India mission?

    Skill India has empowered many people, especially women and members of marginalised communities, by giving them the skills they need to support themselves. As a result, many people's lives have improved, and poverty has decreased.

    Skill India has empowered many people, especially women and members of marginalised communities, by giving them the skills they need to support themselves. As a result, many people's lives have improved, and poverty has decreased.

    What are the aims and objectives of Skill India?

    By 2022, the Skill India Mission hopes to provide over 40 crore Indians with training focused on marketable skills. It attempts to make room for young people's skills to be promoted and employment opportunities created. The Skill India Mission provides funding to industries looking for ways to identify opportunities for skill development.

    By 2022, the Skill India Mission hopes to provide over 40 crore Indians with training focused on marketable skills. It attempts to make room for young people's skills to be promoted and employment opportunities created. The Skill India Mission provides funding to industries looking for ways to identify opportunities for skill development.

    How many sectors are there in Skill India?

    Reach out to the Sector Skill Councils. 38 Sector Skill Councils have been approved by the NSDC Board thus far.

    Reach out to the Sector Skill Councils. 38 Sector Skill Councils have been approved by the NSDC Board thus far.

    What is the percentage of skill development in India?

    According to the Ministry for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), only 2% of individuals aged 15-29 have obtained formal vocational training, while 8% have received non-formal vocational training. This implies that relatively few people in this age range who are just entering the workforce have in-demand talents.

    According to the Ministry for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), only 2% of individuals aged 15-29 have obtained formal vocational training, while 8% have received non-formal vocational training. This implies that relatively few people in this age range who are just entering the workforce have in-demand talents.

    What is the minimum age for Skill India?

    As of August 1st, of that particular year, candidates should typically be between 14 and 40. For ex-servicemen and war widows, the maximum age limit is 45 years.

    As of August 1st, of that particular year, candidates should typically be between 14 and 40. For ex-servicemen and war widows, the maximum age limit is 45 years.

    What is the skill training program in India?

    The Indian skill training program seeks to improve people's employability in various industries by offering vocational training. It includes initiatives to foster entrepreneurship, apprenticeship programs, and short-term training courses.

    The Indian skill training program seeks to improve people's employability in various industries by offering vocational training. It includes initiatives to foster entrepreneurship, apprenticeship programs, and short-term training courses.

    Who can apply for the Skill India program?

    The Skill India program is open to people from various backgrounds, including those who have dropped out of school or college, young people without jobs, women, people with disabilities, and people looking to establish their businesses or improve their skills.

    The Skill India program is open to people from various backgrounds, including those who have dropped out of school or college, young people without jobs, women, people with disabilities, and people looking to establish their businesses or improve their skills.

    Is the Skill India certificate valid for a job?

    Yes, the government and industry accept the validity and recognition of the Skill India certificate. It increases the likelihood of employment and attests to the accomplishment of skill training.

    Yes, the government and industry accept the validity and recognition of the Skill India certificate. It increases the likelihood of employment and attests to the accomplishment of skill training.

    Is NSDC and Skill India the same?

    Yes, Prime Minister Narendra Modi started a campaign called Skill India, also known as the National Skills Development Mission of India. The National Skills Development Corporation (NSDC) of India is in charge of its management.

    Yes, Prime Minister Narendra Modi started a campaign called Skill India, also known as the National Skills Development Mission of India. The National Skills Development Corporation (NSDC) of India is in charge of its management.

    Are trainees or skilled workers provided any health or accident insurance during or after training?

    Some training programs under schemes like the Skill India Mission may include accident insurance for trainees during the training period, especially if the skill involves practical or industrial work. However, broader health coverage is usually not part of the training package.  However, these workers can opt for affordable health insurance options that are available for first-time earners.

    Some training programs under schemes like the Skill India Mission may include accident insurance for trainees during the training period, especially if the skill involves practical or industrial work. However, broader health coverage is usually not part of the training package. 

    However, these workers can opt for affordable health insurance options that are available for first-time earners.

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