Union Minister of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan launched the “Kaushal Rath”, a bus providing skills on wheels. It aims to develop the potential of the younger generation in building ‘Viksit Bharat’ by 2047. The specialized mobile buses are designed to provide skill training and certification to aspiring candidates across Odisha. Equipped with state-of-the-art tools, facilities, and certified trainers, these buses will offer training and certification across course modules including Digital Literacy, Financial Literacy, Retail & Entrepreneurial Skills, among others.
The Kaushal Rath will traverse multiple districts in Orissa, fostering connections with the youth by providing employment and self-employment opportunities. The initiative is part of the Government’s Skill India mission, which aims to extend the transformative impact of skill development to even the remotest corners of the nation, effectively closing the skill gap. It provides inclusive access to skill training for learners, emphasizing practical, hands-on training experiences that seamlessly align with the ever-evolving demands of the rapidly changing technical environment.
Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, Minister of Education and Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, said, “The Kaushal Rath initiative aims to educate rural communities, particularly women and children, in digital literacy and new-age technology, ensuring citizens are well-equipped for the digital era.”
