To accelerate the pace of skill development and ensure that India’s talent is equipped with relevant and cutting-edge skills, Kerala has embarked on a transformative journey with the launch of the Future Ready, Job Ready Skills under the next phase of Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY), for the youth of Kerala. Aligned with the visionary goal of Viksit Bharat by 2047, set forth by the Hon’ble Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, this initiative marks a significant step towards innovation and future preparedness.
PMKVY 4.0 is a program aimed at providing futuristic skills to around 4 lakh young individuals over three years. It focuses on domains like additive manufacturing, 3D printing, AI, drone manufacturing, and electric vehicle service technician training.
The program will provide easy access to skill training courses through various institutions, including colleges, universities, schools, ITIs, Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Kendras, and Jan ShikshanSansthans. Speaking during the inauguration, Shri Rajeev Chandrasekhar, Hon’ble Minister of State, Electronics & IT, Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Jal Shakti, Government of India, said, “Knowledge is power, but what is even more powerful is knowledge with skills. Adding to that he said “To skill each and every youth of Kerala is our guarantee to all”.
