What is the News ?

The Ministry of Skill Development has just introduced the Skill India Digital (SID) platform.

Facts About:

• Skill India Digital (SID) is India’s Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) for skill development, education, employment, and entrepreneurship.
• It consolidates various skilling initiatives, offering over 264 courses from 42,623 centers nationwide.
• Developed by the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) in partnership with industry players.
• Part of the World Bank-assisted Skill Acquisition and Knowledge Awareness for Livelihood Promotion (SANKALP) program.
• Supports multiple Indian languages and uses Aadhaar-based eKYC for secure access.
• Features user-friendly interface, adaptable to various devices.
• Utilizes AI and facial recognition for personalized course recommendations.
• Integrates government training programs from Central and State governments.
• Introduces Digitally Verified Credentials (DVCs) for secure skill showcasing.
• Offers Digital CVs with personalized QR Codes for easy access to qualifications and skills.