Decisions taken during the inaugural meeting Dated: 09/02/2024 of the PMKVY Steering Committee underscore the government’s steadfast commitment to advancing skill development initiatives and fostering a culture of lifelong learning in India. By prioritizing inclusivity, leveraging digital innovations, optimizing infrastructure utilization, and upholding standards of training quality, PMKVY 4.0 continues to pave the way for a skilled, empowered, and resilient workforce capable of driving India’s socio-economic progress in the years to come.
Decisions from PMKVY Steering Committee: Enhancing Skill Development Initiatives
In a bid to bolster skill development initiatives and further empower India’s workforce, the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana 4.0 (PMKVY 4.0) recently convened its inaugural meeting of the Steering Committee. Chaired by the esteemed Secretary of the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, the committee discussed and resolved several key issues aimed at optimizing training programs and enhancing the quality of skill development efforts across the nation.
Boarding & Lodging Provisions for Special Groups and Areas
One of the pivotal decisions taken during the meeting pertains to the provision of boarding and lodging facilities for special groups and areas under short-term training programs. In alignment with PMKVY guidelines, special consideration will be given to groups such as women and persons with disabilities, as well as to special areas including the North Eastern Region (NER), hilly states, and island territories. This decision underscores the commitment to inclusivity and accessibility in skill development initiatives, ensuring that individuals from marginalized groups and remote areas have equitable access to training opportunities.
Approval of Online Skilling Initiatives
Recognizing the transformative potential of online learning, the Steering Committee approved a series of online skilling initiatives as part of PMKVY 4.0. These initiatives are designed to leverage digital platforms and technologies to deliver training to up to 120 candidates across four simultaneous batches via video connectivity. By harnessing the power of virtual classrooms and interactive learning modules, these online skilling initiatives aim to cater to the evolving needs of the workforce, particularly in emerging sectors and future skills domains.
Optimal Utilization of Infrastructure
In a move to optimize the utilization of infrastructure resources, the Steering Committee approved an increase in the maximum batch size from 30 to 45 students in educational institutes participating in PMKVY 4.0. This decision, while expanding the capacity for training delivery, underscores the paramount importance of maintaining training quality and ensuring effective learning outcomes. By maximizing the efficiency of existing infrastructure, PMKVY endeavors to scale up skill development efforts and reach a wider audience of aspiring learners.
Attendance Requirements and Training Quality Assurance
A crucial aspect of skill development programs is ensuring consistent attendance and active participation among trainees. To this end, the Steering Committee approved a proposal linking attendance requirements to the number of days attended, provided that at least 50% of the training hours for the qualification have been logged. This measure seeks to incentivize regular attendance while allowing flexibility for trainees to fulfill other commitments, thereby striking a balance between accountability and practicality in training delivery.
