{"id":62011,"date":"2025-12-09T13:54:31","date_gmt":"2025-12-09T08:24:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newswiredelhi.com\/index.php\/2025\/12\/09\/rustom-kerawalla-highlights-the-growing-impact-of-government-skill-development-programmes-on-indias-youth\/"},"modified":"2025-12-09T13:54:31","modified_gmt":"2025-12-09T08:24:31","slug":"rustom-kerawalla-highlights-the-growing-impact-of-government-skill-development-programmes-on-indias-youth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newswiredelhi.com\/index.php\/2025\/12\/09\/rustom-kerawalla-highlights-the-growing-impact-of-government-skill-development-programmes-on-indias-youth\/","title":{"rendered":"Rustom Kerawalla Highlights the Growing Impact of Government Skill Development Programmes on India\u2019s Youth"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<p><strong>Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 9: <\/strong>Education reformer and Ampersand Group Chairman\u00a0<strong>Rustom Kerawalla<\/strong>\u00a0has emphasised the transformative role of India\u2019s government-led skill development programmes, stating that these initiatives are rapidly reshaping the employability landscape for millions of young people. His insights align with the growing national momentum behind schemes such as the\u00a0<strong>Skill India Mission<\/strong>,\u00a0<strong>PMKVY<\/strong>, and\u00a0<strong>National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme<\/strong>, which are helping bridge the skill gap in high-demand industries.<\/p>\n<p>Kerawalla believes that as the job market evolves, the need for practical, job-oriented training is more critical than ever. \u201cThe industry today demands skills before degrees. Government programmes are ensuring young Indians receive hands-on training, credible certification, and exposure to real workplace environments\u2014exactly what employers are looking for,\u201d he notes.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Skill India Mission: Enabling Youth Employability at Scale<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The\u00a0<strong>Skill India Mission<\/strong>\u00a0remains one of the most impactful government interventions. With dedicated training in sectors such as healthcare, IT, retail, hospitality, and automotive, the programme ensures students learn skills aligned with current industry standards. This allows young people to transition smoothly from education to employment, significantly boosting their job readiness.<\/p>\n<p>Kerawalla highlights that Sector Skill Councils and industry partnerships have made the mission more efficient and relevant. \u201cA student emerging from Skill India training is not just certified\u2014they are work-ready from day one,\u201d he adds.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Breaking Barriers Through Accessible, Certified &amp; Practical Training<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Government skill development initiatives come with long-term benefits that have made them invaluable to India\u2019s youth:<\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li><strong>Nationally recognised certifications<\/strong>\u00a0that strengthen credibility in both domestic and global job markets.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Affordable or free training<\/strong>, ensuring equal access regardless of economic background.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Apprenticeships and real-workplace exposure<\/strong>, which significantly enhance productivity and confidence.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Entrepreneurship-focused modules<\/strong>, enabling youth to build small businesses and pursue self-employment opportunities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u201cThese programmes democratise opportunities. They equip young people not only to seek jobs but to create them,\u201d Kerawalla observes.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Government\u2019s Continued Push for Digital Learning &amp; Partnerships<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The government\u2019s commitment extends beyond skill training, with policy support, public-private partnerships, and digital learning platforms such as\u00a0<strong>SWAYAM<\/strong>,\u00a0<strong>DIKSHA<\/strong>, and\u00a0<strong>NSDC portals<\/strong>. These offer flexible learning pathways, especially beneficial for rural and remote communities.<\/p>\n<p>Rustom Kerawalla states, \u201cDigital access has ensured that geography is no longer a barrier to learning. This is how India will truly unlock the potential of its young population.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><strong>Strengthening India\u2019s Future Workforce<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The growing impact of skill development programmes is evident across industries, with companies increasingly benefiting from work-ready, skilled, and confident young professionals. As India moves towards becoming a global skill-based economy, Rustom Kerawalla believes that continued focus on scalable, quality-driven training will be crucial.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIndia\u2019s demographic dividend will only deliver results if our youth are prepared for the realities of modern workplaces. Government skill development programmes are the backbone of this preparation,\u201d he concludes.<\/p>\n<p><strong>About Rustom Kerawalla and the Ampersand Group<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Rustom Kerawalla is one of India\u2019s leading education entrepreneurs and the Founder &amp; Chairman of\u00a0<strong>Ampersand Group<\/strong>, known for building future-ready education ecosystems through technology, capability development, and government partnerships.<\/p>\n<p>Ampersand Group works extensively in the education and skill development sectors, partnering with governments, institutions, and global organisations to enhance quality learning and training outcomes across India.<\/p>\n<p>For more on the skilling initiative of Rustom Kerawalla\u2019s Ampersand Group do visit<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ampersandgroup.in\/blog\/how-government-skill-development-programmes-empower-youth\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.ampersandgroup.in\/blog\/how-government-skill-development-programmes-empower-youth<\/a><\/p>\n<p><em>If you have any objection to this press release content, kindly contact pr.error.rectification@gmail.com to notify us. 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