NSDC Partners with BMC to Set Up State-of-the-Art Skill Centre in Mumbai

NSDC has partnered with BMC to launch a state-of-the-art Skill Centre in Mumbai. The initiative focuses on employment outcomes, offering training through industry partners like CII, and NASSCOM at nominal costs. Know details here

In an initiative organised by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) has teamed up with Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) to inaugurate a state-of-the-art Skill Centre in Kandivali, Mumbai. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed in the presence of Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal, marking a significant advancement for Mumbai's workforce skilling landscape.

A key highlight of this initiative is its focus on employment outcomes, with industry partners like CII, NASSCOM, and various sector skill councils providing training at nominal costs. The CII has equipped the facility with advanced labs and is committed to achieving at least 75% employment for successful candidates after training. The event also featured the distribution of offer letters to 20 candidates from the first batch of 500 beneficiaries.

Operating under the guidance of CII's Centre of Excellence on Employment & Livelihood and the CII Green Business Centre, the center will uphold high standards of training relevance. NSDC will provide bi-annual reports to BMC to monitor training completion and employment rates, overseeing all operational aspects to ensure a world-class learning environment.

In his address, Piyush Goyal emphasised the importance of this initiative, stating, “This skill development center is proudly dedicated to our Honorable Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi ji, whose vision for a skilled and self-reliant India continues to inspire us. Within just six days of its launch, the center has already facilitated employment for 700 individuals, showcasing its immediate impact and the potential it holds.”

Minister of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Maharashtra, Mangal Prabhat Lodha, said, “We have established this facility within just 44 days, a tremendous achievement that will provide opportunities to thousands in and around Mumbai. This state-of-the-art center will attract individuals from across the country, demonstrating the power of effective leadership.”

Executive Vice President of NSDC, Ajay Kumar Raina, stated “Today marks a pivotal milestone in India’s journey toward becoming a global skills capital, as envisioned by our Honorable Prime Minister. This partnership between NSDC, BMC, and CII reflects our unwavering commitment to empowering the youth of India by aligning opportunities with professional aspirations and broader economic goals.”

Vocational Training Institute

The newly established vocational training institute in Akurli Village, Kandivali East, boasts a modern G+5 building with a built-up area of 3,440.68 sq.m. Initially, the centre will offer five specialized short-term courses in high-demand sectors such as fashion technology, AC and refrigeration, gaming and animation, quick service restaurants, and data and cybersecurity. The centre is committed to adapting its course offerings based on industry feedback and the evolving needs of the workforce.

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