What are objectives of Skill India Centers?
I. Establish permanent infrastructure and resources for skills development.
II. Ensure contiguous availability of skill centres for easy access.
III. Introduce vocational learning early with clear pathways for learners.
III. Provide vocational offerings for different target segments.
IV. Align vocational offerings with economic and local needs, adapting programs to meet changing industry demands.
What are Skill India Centers (SIC)?
The Skill India Centers (SIC) were introduced under Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana 3.0 with an aim to integrate vocational education with general education, in line with the National Education Policy 2020 and National Policy for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship 2015.
The PMKVY initiative focuses on creating sustainable skill training centres, introducing vocational courses in schools with technical support, utilizing infrastructure from various educational institutions, and strengthening District Skill Committees and State Skill Development Missions with funding and support.