In a significant move to enhance skill development in the marine and shipbuilding sector, the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) is collaborating with Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd. (MDL). The partnership aims to fortify industry-aligned training programs and apprenticeship opportunities, with MDL serving as a pivotal industry partner for the National Skill Training Institute (NSTI) Mumbai. Over the past year, 289 NSTI students have benefited from hands-on training at MDL, gaining expertise in critical areas such as Advanced Welding, Electronic Mechanics, and Automation. With the inclusion of a Recruit-Train-Deploy (RTD) model, the collaboration supports India’s vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat by preparing youth with essential skills for the expanding maritime sector.
The positive outcomes of this collaboration stem from a recent meeting between MSDE officials and Dr. Santosh Kr. Mallick, Executive Director of MDL.
The meeting was attended by key figures, including Ms. Trishaljit Sethi, Director General (Training), and Shri C.S. Murthy, Regional Director of RDSDE Maharashtra, reinforcing a commitment to strengthen the skilling ecosystem.
