Skill India Digital Hub Surpasses 1 Cr Registrations Milestone

The Skill India Digital Hub has registered over 1 crore users. Launched in September 2023, this platform provides job opportunities, and supporting entrepreneurship. The SIDH stands at the crossroads of two major initiatives – Skill India and Digital India, symbolizing a digital expansion of skilling opportunities.

The success of the platform is evident in its numbers. Besides the impressive registration count, the latest data reveals that 12 lakh mobile applications have been downloaded. The platform’s offerings are diverse and extensive, with 45 content partners providing approximately 1,200 Academy courses, over 1,000 self-paced courses, and more than 2,700 National Skills Qualification Framework (NSQF) courses.

The SIDH’s impact extends beyond the digital realm. It has created 12 lakh total opportunities, according to the latest data. The platform’s reach is also noteworthy, with nearly 5000 senior learners (above the age of 50) enrolled across 505 districts in the country. These senior learners have access to courses in Machine Learning (ML), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and big data, highlighting the platform’s commitment to providing industry-relevant skill courses.

The Minister of State (Independent Charge), Ministry of Skill Development, and Entrepreneurship, Jayant Chaudhary, provided further insights into the platform’s progress. As of June, SIDH had registered around 88 Lakh candidates, and 9.59 Lakh mobile apps were downloaded. He also noted that about 7.63 Lakh candidates have been enrolled for online courses on SIDH.

The SIDH platform is not just a learning platform; it also offers apprenticeship opportunities. It is envisioned to integrate with Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) and facilitate access to entrepreneurship schemes for learners and job seekers. This integration is expected to further enhance the platform’s impact on India’s skill development, education, employment, and entrepreneurship landscape.

In addition to the SIDH’s achievements, the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) has also unveiled the Women Entrepreneurship Programme. This initiative is designed to address the unique challenges that women face when starting and growing businesses. It is part of a broader effort to empower women entrepreneurs and stimulate economic growth.

The achievements of the SIDH and the broader efforts to enhance skill development and entrepreneurship in India are reminiscent of similar initiatives in the past. For instance, the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY), launched in 2015, aimed to provide industry-relevant skill training to millions of young Indians. The SIDH’s success is a continuation of this commitment to skill development and entrepreneurship, demonstrating India’s ongoing efforts to empower its citizens with the skills and opportunities they need to thrive in the digital age.