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• The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship is set to hold the Pradhan Mantri National Apprenticeship Mela as part of the Prime Minister’s Skill India Mission to boost career opportunities and practical training.
• The major purpose of this programme is to encourage companies to hire more apprentices while also assisting employers in discovering and developing their potential via training and practical skillsets.
• The one-day event will feature 36 sectors and more than 1000 companies and 500 distinct sorts of trades.
• MSDE will host the event across 200+ locations, giving applicants the opportunity to shape their careers through apprenticeship training.
• Candidates must have a 5th-12th grade pass certificate, a skill training certificate, an ITI Diploma, or a graduate degree to participate.
• Furthermore, the young and aspiring workforce will be able to choose among 500+ trades such as welding, electrical work, housekeeping, beauticians, mechanic work, and more.
• Candidates will also earn National Council for Vocational Education and Training (NCVET)-recognized certifications, improving their employability after the training.

Reference:

1. https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=1840532