Phase IFoundation
Background
Overview
This concept addresses critical issues of unemployment, underemployment, demographic dividend utilization, economic competitiveness, and social equity. It is a key area of government policy and intervention for human resource development and directly impacts India's economic growth and social justice objectives.
Vocational education and skill development are critical for enhancing employability, productivity, and economic growth, particularly for India's large youth demographic. The ecosystem involves various government bodies, institutions like Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs), and frameworks like the National Skills Qualification Framework (NSQF) to impart industry-relevant skills.