He gave a detailed view on the topic “Perspective on Karnataka Skill Development Scenario,” elaborating on the different ways Karnataka is strengthening its workforce. Let’s delve into the specifics.
Karnataka Skill Development Corporation (KSDC)
The Karnataka Skill Development Corporation (KSDC) is an organisation dedicated to enhancing the employability of the youth through skill development initiatives. The corporation focuses on designing and implementing programs that address the specific skill needs of various industries. This involves establishing training centres across the state, collaborating with industries to understand their requirements, and facilitating the placement of skilled individuals in relevant job opportunities.
Additionally, KSDC plays a role in promoting entrepreneurship by providing training and support for those interested in starting their businesses, and it actively participates in government initiatives related to skill development and vocational training.
“We understand that education alone will not be able to provide the right kind of jobs, so our mission is to bridge the gap between what education is providing and what the industry is expecting,” Satish B K said.
Chief Minister Kaushalya Karnataka Yojana (CMKKY)
The Chief Minister’s Kaushalya Karnataka Yojane (CMKKY) is the primary initiative in Karnataka aimed at providing short-term vocational skilling for youth, fostering employment, self-employment, and entrepreneurship.
Open to individuals aged 18-35, the scheme offers free skill training in approximately 3,000 NSQF-aligned job roles across 35 sectors, including apparel, automotive, BFSI, IT&ITeS, healthcare, electronics, agriculture, retail, and tourism.
With over 800 accredited CMKKY centres statewide, the training adheres to industry standards. To date, 1,35,263 candidates have undergone training, receiving assessment, certification, and support for employment placement through KSDC.
Pradhan Mantri Kaushalya Vikas Yojana (PMKVY)
Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana stands as the flagship scheme of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), executed by the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC). Focused on skill certification, the scheme aims to equip Indian youth with industry-relevant training to enhance their prospects for better livelihoods.
The Short Term Training (STT) component, conducted at PMKVY Training Centres, primarily benefits Indian youth who are either school/college dropouts or unemployed. These centres not only provide training aligned with the National Skills Qualification Framework (NSQF) but also cover soft skills, entrepreneurship, and financial and digital literacy. Successful candidates receive placement assistance from Training Providers upon completing the assessment.
SANKALP – Strengthening Quality
SANKALP, which stands for Skill Acquisition and Knowledge Awareness for Livelihood Promotion, is a Ministry of Skill Development program supported by a World Bank loan. SANKALP focuses on enhancing both the quality and quantity of short-term skill training.
The program aims to achieve this by strengthening institutions, improving market connectivity, and promoting the inclusion of marginalised sections of society. The project’s outcomes are assessed through the Results Framework and Disbursement Linked Indicators (DLIs) established between the Ministry of Skill Development and the World Bank.
SANKALP’s key result areas include institutional strengthening at the central, state, and district levels, quality assurance of skill development programs, and the inclusion of marginalised populations in these programs.
Guiding the way with the International Migration Centre – Karnataka
The International Migration Centre – Karnataka (IMC – K) was established in the state to offer reliable information, guidance, training, and recruitment services for overseas employment. The Project Monitoring Unit (PMU), operated by the Public Affairs Centre, provides support to the Research and Development Division of IMC-K and the Industrial Employment and Training Department.
The Research & Analysis Division (RAD) and the Recruitment Agency Karnataka (RAK), managed by the Karnataka Skill Development Corporation, act as the Government Recruiting Agency with Regional, District, and Taluka Migration Resource Centres (RMRC, DMRC & TMRC).
The target is to assist 60,000 candidates over five years, with an estimated processing and placement cost of Rs. 15,000 per candidate and proposed fees of Rs. 20,000. Additionally, Rs. 5,000 will be deposited as a contributory social security net for individuals during economic downturns or geopolitical challenges.
Satish BK also briefly touches upon the subject of Udyoga, a Rs 6000 crore project with 300 upgraded Industrial Training Institutes in the government of Karnataka. “With Industry 4.0 relevant infrastructure, these are short-term courses, about six months to nine months to one year long for ITI students, with courses in AI, ML and robotics.”
“Karnataka Skill Development Corporation is not only talking about what the relevant skills are needed for today, but we are also focusing on what is the need for the future might be next five years ten years,” Satish B K says, concluding his address.
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