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The Union Cabinet approved the continuation and restructuring of the ‘Indian Skill Program’ of the Central Sector scheme until 2026, with a budget of RS. 8.8 billion rupees for the period from 2022-23 to 2025-26.
During an informative press session, the Minister of the Ashwini Vaishnaw union emphasized that this decision highlights the dedication of the Government to develop a qualified and prepared workforce for the future through training throughout the country based on demand, enabled by Technology and aligned in the industry.
The Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana 4.0 (PMKVY 4.0), the Pradhan Mantri National Learning Promotion scheme (PM-Naps) and the Jan Shikshan Santhan (JSS) scheme have consolidated under the scheme program of the central sector compound of skill .
“Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana 4.0 (PMKVY 4.0), the Pradhan Mantri National Learning Promotion scheme (PM-Naps) and the Jan Shikshan Sisthan (JSS) scheme, the three key components, now combine under the scheme of the sector of the sector Central compound of Skill India program, “added the Minister of the Ashwini Vaishnaw Union.
“These initiatives aim to provide structured skills development, work training and community learning, ensuring that urban and rural populations, including marginalized communities, have access to high quality vocational education,” said Vaishnaw.
PRADHAN MANTRI KAUSHAL VIKAS YOJANA 4.0
The PMKVY 4.0 initiative offers training development training aligned by NSQF through short -term training (STT), including special projects (SP) and Reskilling and improvement through prior learning recognition (RPL) for people from 15 to 59 years. PMKVY 4.0 has been renewed to ensure that skills training is oriented to industry, in line with national and more accessible priorities.
An important change in the program is the incorporation of work training (OJT) in short -term training courses, providing participants with practical experience and exposure to industry practices. To address the evolution needs of various industries and advances in technology, more than 400 new courses have been added in AI, 5G technology, cybersecurity, green hydrogen and drone technology, focusing on emerging technologies and essential skills for the future.
