A landmark moment in NSDC’s mission to future-proof India’s youth,” says Shri Ved M. Tiwari, CEO, NSDC and CMD & CEO, NSDC International, about the newly signed MoU with Visvesvaraya Technological University,Belgaum,Karnataka,India. (VTU). This transformative partnership aims to bridge the gap between academia and industry, revolutionizing higher education and skill development in India.
The partnership will establish Skill Hub centers in over 150 engineering colleges and set up Centres of Excellence in select institutions. It also aims to enroll 240 students per college in future skills programs under the PMKVY – Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojna, the flagship scheme of the Skill India Mission. “This collaboration enhances the employability of India’s youth while fostering a culture of innovation and excellence. It empowers them to lead in fields such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning, and Robotics, driving the future of technology and industry. Together, we are setting the stage for a new era of workforce readiness and innovation,” Shri Ved Mani Tiwari added. Together, we are driving the future of technology and industry, ensuring our young talent is prepared to excel in the global marketplace.
