Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Indian Institute of Skills (IIS) in Mumbai, marking a major milestone in India’s efforts to enhance skill development in emerging technologies. The institute is set to train 5,000 students annually in Industry 4.0 skills, equipping them for both national and global job markets.
The inauguration was part of a larger initiative, with Prime Minister Modi laying the foundation for several development projects in Maharashtra worth over ₹7,600 crore via video conference. The IIS, established through a public-private partnership (PPP) between the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship and Tata IIS, aims to provide cutting-edge training in advanced technologies.
Advanced Training in Industry 4.0
Built on a four-acre campus within the National Skill Training Institute (NSTI) in Mumbai, the IIS is designed to develop an industry-ready workforce. It will offer specialised training in factory automation, digital manufacturing, mechatronics, artificial intelligence, data analytics, and additive manufacturing. These programs will cater to both the services and manufacturing sectors, helping students gain hands-on experience with the latest industry technologies.
Initially, six specialised courses will be offered, including Advanced Industrial Automation & Robotics, Additive Manufacturing, and Electric Vehicle Battery Specialist. The institute will also provide hostel facilities to enhance the student learning experience.
Focus on Global Opportunities
During the event, Prime Minister Modi emphasised the need to align India’s youth with global skill standards. He noted that confidence in India’s youth is fueling the country’s future, positioning India as a global hub for human resources.
Making India ‘Skill Capital of the World’
Minister of State for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Jayant Chaudhary added that IIS will help fulfill the Prime Minister’s vision of making India the “Skill Capital of the World.” “The institute will equip our youth with the skills needed to excel not only in India but also in global markets,” Chaudhary said. Mangal Prabhat Lodha, Maharashtra’s Minister for Skills, emphasized the institute’s state-of-the-art facilities and its potential to attract global interest.
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Industry Collaboration and Practical Experience
The IIS will collaborate with over 15 global and Indian Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) to provide students with practical, hands-on experience using real industry equipment. Key partnerships have been established for courses like Industrial Robotics with Fanuc India and Industrial Automation with SMC India. With these collaborations, IIS Mumbai is set to emerge as a premier institution for skill development, preparing India’s youth for new-age industries such as electric vehicles, AI, and robotics.
A Bold Step to Prepare India’s Youth
Shri Venu Srinivasan, Chairman of Tata IIS, highlighted that the Indian Institute of Skills is a bold step towards addressing India’s challenges and preparing its youth for employment and entrepreneurship. “India’s growing economy increasingly demands a skilled, resilient workforce – which can, in turn, advance productivity, economic growth, prosperity, and national development. By equipping our youth with useful skills, we can empower them to lead lives of independence and dignity and prepare them to keep pace with the evolving needs of industry today. The Indian Institute of Skills, Mumbai, with its world-class facilities, is a symbol of the Tata Group’s vision to take bold and agile steps to solve the nation’s challenges and help the youth transition to employment and enterprise,” he said.
