Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, Hon’ble Minister for Education and Skill Development & Entrepreneurship felicitated18 candidates from India, applauding their outstanding talents and skills displayed at the World Skills Competition 2022 Special Edition. India participated in 50 skills and secured 11th position with 2 Silver Medals, 3 Bronze Medals and 13 Medallion for Excellence. The winners and their expert trainers were honoured with certificates and cash prizes during a grand event.
Shri Pradhan announced the commencement of IndiaSkills 2023-24, the nation’s most anticipated National Skill Competition. Candidates can enroll on the Skill India Digital platform starting today. The event was graced by Shri Atul Kumar Tiwari, Secretary of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Prof. M. Jagadesh Kumar, Chairman of UGC, Prof. T. G Sitharam, Chairman of AICTE, Ms. Trishaljit Sethi, Director General (Training), and Shri Ved Mani Tiwari, CEO of NSDC.
The winners shared inspiring stories of overcoming challenges, including the pandemic, to compete in foreign countries, showcasing determination and passion, inspiring others to compete at state and national levels. Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, Hon’ble Minister for Education and Skill Development & Entrepreneurship said, “I urge industry, academia, and policymakers to work together and make skill development a jan-andolan (people’s movement) for realizing the vision of making India a developed nation by 2047.”
