The state government constitutes a committee to formulate a comprehensive skill education policy | Mumbai News

Mumbai: The state government has constituted a committee to formulate a comprehensive skill education policy that aims to streamline and integrate various ongoing skill development initiatives across the state.

The Department of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship has formed a ten-member committee, which includes academics, experts in skill education and entrepreneurship, as well as industry and government representatives. This committee will be responsible for developing a new skills policy.

A department official explained, “Many projects, initiatives and programs are currently being implemented across the state to enhance manpower capacity and promote entrepreneurship among young people. Various educational institutions offer a range of skill-oriented courses at different levels and in different fields. Coordination of these efforts is essential to effectively create a high-quality workforce and incubate businesses, which is what this policy seeks to do.

Nowadays, Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) across Maharashtra offer various skill-oriented courses. In addition, many universities and autonomous colleges have begun to offer master’s-level courses tailored to specific skills, especially those that meet local industry requirements. To further encourage entrepreneurship, many state universities have established incubator centers or startup clinics.

“Although these programs run in parallel, it is extremely important to avoid duplication. A coordinated approach at various levels will help in developing quality manpower for various industries,” the official added. The committee is expected to come up with a draft policy within a month.