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NSTI Jamshedpur and to explore integrating Jharkhand’s Hunar Portal with the Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH) so
        that citizens can access the full range of resources and opportunities available.

        In addition, I also had the chance to visit ITI Kaushal College, which exemplifies a successful collaborative model
        for vocational education in the state. With 28 Gurukuls (short-term programs) and 9 Kaushal Colleges (long-
        term programs) run under the Welfare Department’s initiative, Jharkhand is setting a great example of how
        collaboration can scale up vocational training. I urged the state to incorporate such best practices into the New ITI
        Upgradation Scheme announced in the Union Budget 2024-25 to ensure that India’s skill ecosystem continues
        to grow and evolve in line with global demands. There is incredible potential here in Jharkhand, and with the right
        support and strategic planning, we can empower our workforce to drive inclusive, sustainable growth.


                                                                                    -Shri. Atul Kumar Tiwari, Secretary
                                                                     Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship






























        In  a  conversation  with  DeccanHerald  ,  Shri  Atul  Kumar  Tiwari,  Secretary,  Ministry  of  Skill  Development  and
        Entrepreneurship, stated, “We are actively engaging with State Governments and industry stakeholders to establish
        transformative guidelines for modernizing 1,000 ITIs through the Rs. 60,000 crore hub-and-spoke model outlined in the
        Budget 2024-25.”

                                             The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship conducted ‘Training of
                                             Master Trainers’ Program to develop a pool of master trainers for implementing
                                             the advanced training component under PM  Vishwakarma. Organised at
                                             NIESBUD, Noida and NSIC, Okhla, the program focuses on developing technical
                                             knowhow of advanced tools and machinery of respective trades identified under
                                             the scheme.

                                             The Advanced Training of Master Trainers (ToMT) program under the PM
                                             Vishwakarma Yojana was launched to elevate traditional trades with modern
                                             expertise. A batch of 24 Master Trainers is undergoing specialized training in
                                             advanced trades such as Blacksmithing, Hammer & Toolkit Making, Malakaari,
                                             Soft-toy Making, and Pottery. The program is delivered in two phases:

                                              • Phase 1: Focus on entrepreneurship, design, advanced digital & financial
                                             skills at NIESBUD, Noida.
                                              • Phase 2: Hands-on training in modern technology and advanced tools at NSIC,
                                             Okhla, New Delhi.


                                             The program aims to enhance artisans’ products and services, ensuring their
                                             integration into domestic and global markets.
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