Flipkart Supply Chain Academy Collaborates with Ministry of Skill Development to Upskill Youth

Flipkart Supply Chain Operations Academy has partnered with the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship to provide specialized training to youth in India and enhance their employability under the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana 4.0.

A memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed in New Delhi on Thursday to mark five years of Flipkart’s Samarth initiative, which aims to help artisans, weavers and micro-enterprises in India grow through e-commerce.

The aim of this partnership is to upskill thousands of youngsters in India, especially in e-commerce and supply chain. The training programme, designed by Flipkart, offers seven days of classroom training followed by 45 days of hands-on industry experience at Flipkart facilities, the company said in a statement.

“Partnerships with industry are key to success. Through internship programmes and initiatives like Samarth, we are opening up opportunities for young people to engage in the evolving work culture and acquire the skills required for the future,” said Jayant Chaudhary, Minister of State (Independent Charge), Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship.

“Flipkart, a homegrown brand with global aspirations, has proven its impact by supporting women entrepreneurs and people from underprivileged backgrounds, positively impacting 1.8 million livelihoods,” Chaudhary added.

Flipkart also introduced the Samarth Storefront Indian Roots on its app, providing artisans, weavers and SMEs access to Flipkart’s customer base of over 500 million people. The storefront serves as a dedicated space for artisans and weavers to showcase their handicrafts, the release said.