20th May, 2024: The National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) and AVPL International have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to create 70 Skills and Incubation Hubs across India. These hubs will focus on global employment in the Drone, IoT, Agriculture, and allied sectors, marking a significant advancement in vocational training and skill development.
“We are excited to partner with AVPL International to bring advanced training facilities and globally recognized certification programs to the youth,” said Shri Ved Mani Tiwari, CEO of NSDC. “This initiative will not only enhance vocational training but also position India as a leader in global skill development.”
As part of this partnership, AVPL International will also upgrade 50 existing training facilities into Global Skills and Incubation Hubs (GISH) across 12 Indian States. These hubs will offer certificate courses from prestigious institutions like the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) and Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) in collaboration with the NSDC Academy. Additionally, dual certification programs with international accreditation bodies will be available through NSDC International, empowering Indian youth with skills for global employment opportunities.
“We are thrilled to embark on this transformative journey with NSDC to establish 70 Skills and Incubation Hubs across India,” said Mr. Deep Sihag Sisai, Founder and Managing Director of AVPL International. “This initiative will uplift the local workforce and set a new benchmark in training for the Drone, IoT, Agriculture, and allied sectors, enabling Indian youth to compete globally. We are especially thankful to Mr. Ved Mani Tiwari, CEO of NSDC, for his mentorship and guidance in this initiative. Our goal is to create a robust ecosystem for training in these sectors that aligns with international standards.”
The comprehensive training programs will cover cutting-edge fields such as drone technology, the Internet of Things (IoT), agriculture, and allied sectors. The initiative aims to train 140,000 candidates annually, providing them with IIT-certified courses and internationally recognized accreditations.
The agreement was formalized by Shri Ved Mani Tiwari, CEO of NSDC, and Mr. Deep Sihag Sisai, Founder and Managing Director of AVPL International. Both leaders emphasized their commitment to enhancing the leadership skills and employability of the Indian workforce on a global scale.
This landmark collaboration underscores the shared vision of NSDC and AVPL International to drive skill development and foster economic growth through enhanced training and education.
For more information, visit www.nsdcindia.org.
