-By ArdorComm News Network
September 15, 2023
The Indian government, under the leadership of Union Minister for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Dharmendra Pradhan, unveiled Skill India Digital (SID), a digital platform with the goal of revolutionizing the education, skill development, employment, and entrepreneurship landscape in India. SID serves as the digital public infrastructure (DPI) for India’s skill development, education, employment, and entrepreneurship ecosystem, aiming to make skill enhancement more innovative, accessible, and personalized, particularly focusing on digital technology and industry 4.0 skills. Its primary objectives are to facilitate the hiring of skilled talent, support lifelong learning, and promote career advancement.
Furthermore, SID will serve as a comprehensive information hub for all government initiatives related to skill development and entrepreneurship. Minister Pradhan expressed that the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) has established an open-source platform to cater to the diverse skilling needs of India’s population. Skill India Digital represents a significant step towards leveraging India’s demographic advantage and positioning the country as a global skills hub. This digital initiative is set to revolutionize the learning and skill development landscape, making skilling accessible to everyone, anytime and anywhere.
SID offers support in multiple Indian languages and ensures secure access through Aadhaar-based eKYC verification to ensure genuine participation. The platform adopts a mobile-first approach, enabling uninterrupted learning on handheld devices. One of its standout features is the use of Digitally Verified Credentials, which allows users to present their qualifications, experiences, and certifications in a digital format with built-in authenticity. Through personalized QR codes, potential employers and partners can easily access a candidate’s portfolio, showcasing their skills, qualifications, experiences, and accomplishments.
The platform is designed to encompass all training programs initiated by both central and state governments, as well as various departments. This centralized hub for skill development initiatives aims to provide learners with improved accessibility, personalized learning experiences, streamlined verification processes, and enhanced career guidance. Ultimately, Skill India Digital seeks to empower individuals to acquire relevant skills, stay updated with industry trends, and contribute effectively to the country’s workforce development.