CSIR-HRDC Signs MoU with Sector Skill Councils to Boost Skill Development

Ghaziabad: The CSIR-Human Resource Development Centre (CSIR-HRDC) in Ghaziabad (UP) has entered into a collaborative Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with several Sector Skill Councils (SSCs) to enhance skill development and create a conducive environment for CSIR (Council of Scientific and Industrial Research) and the Indian industry.

CSIR launched the “CSIR Integrated Skill Initiative” in 2016, a national-level program aimed at providing technological skills to young individuals by exposing them to CSIR laboratories. The program addresses the critical technical gap resulting from the extensive use of advanced technology. The initiative has benefited various segments, including school dropouts, farmers, ITI diploma holders, graduates, and doctorates, with over 1.50 lakh individuals trained through 4500+ skill-based programs.

CSIR-HRDC, as the central training unit of CSIR and the Nodal Office for the skill initiative, plays a crucial role in reviewing, monitoring, and evaluating the program’s performance. To further enhance employability and entrepreneurship opportunities for Indian youth, CSIR-HRDC has signed an MoU with Agriculture Skill Council of India (ASCI), Capital Goods & Strategic Skill Council (CGSSC), Hydrocarbon Sector Skill Council (HSSC), and Life Sciences Sector Skill Development Council (LSSSDC).

The collaborative effort aims to strengthen the skill ecosystem by fostering expertise exchange between CSIR laboratories and SSCs. The partnership will involve joint programs, leveraging each other’s services, and enhancing employability and entrepreneurship opportunities for Indian youth, enabling them to compete in the global market. This collaboration aligns with the broader goal of addressing the evolving skill needs in various scientific clusters covered by CSIR, including Biological, Chemical, Engineering, Information, and Physical Sciences.