Global Skills Park Bhopal to Train 10,000 Youth Annually in Future: CM Dr. Yadav

Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav said that, keeping in view the requirements of the industrial sector, Sant Shiromani Ravidas Global Skills Park in Bhopal will train 10,000 youth every year in the coming years. At present, the institute certifies around 2,000 youth annually through various skill-based courses. This number is expected to reach 3,000 in 2026 and will continue to increase. Chief Minister Dr. Yadav was addressing the ‘Arambh’, orientation programme of Sant Shiromani Ravidas Global Skills Park.

Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, there is no dearth of opportunities for youth in India, the world’s largest democracy. The Prime Minister is continuously creating new opportunities for the youth and has consistently accorded priority to skill development across all sectors. Madhya Pradesh is primarily an agrarian State, but along with agriculture, youth must develop skills by harnessing their capabilities and intellect. By meeting the growing demand for skilled manpower, India is moving forward in step with the world.

Many countries have made significant progress, but Indians have played a vital role contributing to development and progress across the world. Sant Shiromani Ravidas Global Skills Park has an important role in the development journey of the State and the country.

Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that around 100–150 years ago, degrees were not required to pursue a profession. People progressed towards self-reliance through their skills and expertise. With the gradual expansion of the service sector, the potential of Indian talent could not be adequately utilised. Today, youth can build better lives through their skills. Students from Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and several other States are coming to the institute for skill training.

Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that the 650th birth anniversary of Sant Ravidas Ji Maharaj is being observed. He is remembered for his devotion to his work, social reform and selfless way of life, among several other reasons. Sant Ravidas composed numerous devotional verses that have stood the test of time. Sant Ravidas inspires us to have complete faith in our skills. There should be no compromise in demonstrating and refining one’s capabilities. Sant Ravidas played an important role in improving lives by skill and fulfilling social responsibilities. He faced several challenges of his time, including untouchability, and even had rulers such as Rana Sanga as his disciples. Yet, he never forgot the core values of his life.

Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that the 98.9 per cent placement rate at Global Skills Park is a major achievement. The institute is conducting world-class, multilingual training programmes. He said Indian culture holds many secrets of life that are connected with science. Technology is changing rapidly, and youth are empowering themselves by acquiring new skills. Young people should prove their talent in every field through their capabilities and intelligence. He said, “No work is big or small. It is our work and the determination to perform it that ultimately takes us to our destination.” The Chief Minister wished the students success in securing dignified employment and building successful careers in different fields.

At the ‘Arambh’ programme, Chief Minister Dr. Yadav appreciated the craftsmanship of artisans Shri Madan Prajapati (pottery), Shri Sanjay Ahirwar (woodcraft), Shri Atul Gupta (crystal crafts), Sushri Pooja Jharia (marble crafts) and Shri Jitendra Vishwakarma (metal crafts). The Chief Minister expressed happiness after hearing the experiences of Sushri Varchaswani Pathik and Sushri Saanvi Trivedi, who secured jobs in industrial robotics and advanced electrical fields. Sushri Varchaswani said that before joining Global Skills Park, she herself was unaware of her talent in the cultural field and essay writing. Sushri Saanvi Trivedi said that the institute not only helped her secure employment but also boosted her confidence.

Chief Minister Dr. Yadav expressed hope that both young women, after joining the Trident Group, would inspire other young women as well. He also expressed hope that the agreements signed by Global Skills Park with Bajaj Auto Foundation, Magic Billion and Twee India Private Limited would further strengthen industry-education collaboration and skill development.

Chief Minister Dr. Yadav appreciated the craftsmanship of artisans Shri Madan Prajapati (pottery), Shri Sanjay Ahirwar (woodcraft), Shri Atul Gupta (crystal crafts), Sushri Pooja Jharia (marble crafts) and Shri Jitendra Vishwakarma (metal crafts). He also appreciated efforts being made to showcase their talent across the country and the world. The Chief Minister planted a sapling on the Global Skills Park campus and later inspected the premises and laboratories, interacting with several young trainees.

Chief Minister Dr. Yadav appreciated the craftsmanship of artisans Shri Madan Prajapati (pottery), Shri Sanjay Ahirwar (woodcraft), Shri Atul Gupta (crystal crafts), Sushri Pooja Jharia (marble crafts) and Shri Jitendra Vishwakarma (metal crafts). Dr. Yadav inaugurated the newly constructed multipurpose sports complex at Global Skills Park. He also paid floral tributes to Sant Shiromani Ravidas Ji and inspected the entire campus to review the facilities available there. The Chief Minister interacted with trainees and enquired about their trades, training and future plans during his visit to the advanced laboratories. The trainees were visibly enthusiastic to have the Chief Minister among them. He interacted with them in a warm and informal manner, encouraged them and inspired them to continuously hone and strengthen their skills.

During his visit to the Engine Lab, trainee Praveen Mankar briefed Chief Minister Dr. Yadav on the engine training process and the facilities available at the laboratory. Chief Minister Dr. Yadav interacted with Vidhi Raikwar, a trainee in Advanced Automotive Technology at the Autotronics Lab. Chief Minister Dr. Yadav heard about the training experience of Vidhi, a final-semester trainee.

Trainee Gaurav Rajput, pursuing training in the vehicle trade, discussed his training and employment prospects with CM Dr. Yadav. He said that after completing his training, he has been linked through Helpline Time with a potential employment opportunity at the Volvo Eicher plant in Ujjain, with a placement probability of 98%. The Chief Minister enquired about his training and future plans and extended his best wishes.

During his visit to the Autotronics Lab, trainees Nandini Prajapati and Deepesh Prajapati explained the Advanced CNC and Precision Engineering course and shared details of the practical experience and technical skills they had acquired during their training.

Chief Minister Dr. Yadav listened to the trainees’ queries and learnt about their training experiences. He said that skills acquired in modern technology would play an important role in providing youth with better employment opportunities in India and abroad. The Chief Minister encouraged the trainees to undergo their training with dedication and make their skills their identity.

Chief Minister Dr. Yadav also interacted with 550 newly admitted trainees during their orientation programme. The students displayed enthusiasm and confidence in his presence. Chief Minister Dr. Yadav engaged with them informally, enquired about their training and encouraged them to move forward. The trainees shared details of their respective trades with the Chief Minister during his visit to the advanced laboratories. He reviewed the training arrangements, learnt about their practical experiences and inspected the modern facilities available at the institute.

Industry representatives appreciated the world-class infrastructure, modern technology and industry-oriented training available at Global Skills Park. They said youth graduating from the institute are being trained according to the actual requirements of industries.

During their interaction with Chief Minister Dr. Yadav, industry representatives said they are employing youth trained at the institute and would continue to require such skilled manpower in the future. Several industries also expressed their intention to send their own employees to Global Skills Park for advanced training.

Representatives of Solar Defence and Aerospace Limited, Nagpur, Shri Pradeep Raut and Shri Bhaskar Phatakare, praised the institute’s advanced technical training. They said that even Maharashtra does not have a similarly advanced skill-training institute and that they are receiving an adequate number of skilled youth from Global Skills Park.

Trident Limited representative Sushri Pooja Luthra highlighted the importance of the institute’s efforts to prepare youth according to industry requirements. She also suggested increasing the training capacity and the number of trained youth. Trident specifically emphasised the need to train more women to create greater employment opportunities for them in the industrial sector.

SRF Limited representative Sushri Aarti Semwal appreciated the quality of skilled human resources being prepared for industries. Volvo Eicher Commercial Vehicles representative Shri Shankar Bhaskar said the training provided at the institute connects youth with actual industrial work processes. Scientech Limited representative Shri Ambresh Kela also described the institute’s technical training system as useful for industries.

Representatives of Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL)—Shri Uday Bhole, Shri Hem Ram and Shri Arif Siddiqui—appreciated the training facilities and technical capabilities available at the institute. Representatives of Hindalco- Shri Vivekanand Mishra, Shri Sandeep Jain, and Shri Prabhatesh Tripathi of Singrauli also highlighted the important role of Global Skills Park in preparing youth according to industry requirements.

Sharing their experiences, industry representatives said youth trained at Global Skills Park acquire sound practical knowledge of industrial processes and modern technologies. Some industry representatives said that the skills demonstrated by trainees from the institute were so well aligned with industry requirements that, in some cases, a separate selection process or detailed interview was not even necessary. Their technical proficiency and practical knowledge made them readily suitable for industrial roles.

Industry representatives also referred to the MoUs signed with Global Skills Park for training and skill development and expressed their desire to strengthen this collaboration further. They said direct linkages between industries and skill institutions play an important role in taking youth from training to employment.

Chief Minister Dr. Yadav informed industrialists that youth are being provided skill training at ITIs located near industrial areas according to the specific requirements of those industries. The number of such trainees is also being increased. He said the State would soon be able to provide industries with an adequate pool of skilled youth.

The interaction with industry representatives highlighted that Global Skills Park is emerging not merely as a training institute but as an effective centre for developing skilled human resources according to industry requirements. Industry-oriented courses, modern laboratories, practical training and direct industry linkages are making youth more employment-ready. Industry representatives also suggested expanding the institute’s training capacity and connecting more youth, particularly women, with advanced skill training.

Minister of State for Skill Development and Employment (Independent Charge) Shri Gautam Tetwal said it was a matter of great satisfaction that a new journey had begun for 550 newly admitted trainees at Sant Shiromani Ravidas Global Skills Park. The presence of Chief Minister Dr. Yadav made the occasion even more special. He said the Madhya Pradesh Government is working to ensure that youth receive quality training in line with changing technologies and industry requirements, along with better employment opportunities. Global Skills Park is playing an important role in this direction.

Minister Shri Tetwal said that 2,000 trainees were certified in 2025, while the number is expected to reach around 3,000 in 2026. The target is to train 6,000 trainees annually in the coming period and eventually increase the full training capacity to 10,000 trainees. The fact that leading industries such as Reliance, SRF and Trident are sending their Graduate Engineer Trainees (GETs) to the institute for training reflects the quality of the institute and the confidence that industry has in its training capabilities.

Minister Shri Tetwal said new employment opportunities are rapidly emerging in sectors such as automobiles, electronics, robotics, artificial intelligence and advanced manufacturing. Youth should therefore develop communication, teamwork, discipline and problem-solving skills along with technical knowledge. He said skill is not merely a means of employment but also a source of confidence and self-reliance. Global Skills Park is working with 10 divisional ITIs under a hub-and-spoke model, enabling more youth across the State to benefit from advanced training and technical expertise. Minister Shri Tetwal wished the newly admitted trainees success and expressed confidence that the training they receive would enable them to build their careers and contribute to the development of Madhya Pradesh and the country.

During Chief Minister Dr. Yadav’s interaction with employers, Chief Secretary Shri Ashok Barnwal said that the State is promoting women entrepreneurship. Several schemes are also being implemented to provide greater employment opportunities to technically skilled young women and train them in various trades.

An MoU was signed between Sant Shiromani Ravidas Global Skills Park and Bajaj Auto Foundation to establish an industry-oriented training centre on the campus for two-wheeler and three-wheeler vehicle service technicians. Through an MoU with Magic Billion (TGM Services Private Limited), arrangements will be made to provide youth from Madhya Pradesh with employment and apprenticeship opportunities in Germany. Under the MoU with TWI India Private Limited, a Centre of Excellence for welding and non-destructive testing will be established at Global Skills Park.

Chief Minister Dr. Yadav felicitated artisans by presenting them with shawls and coconuts. Those honoured included pottery artisan Shri Madan Prajapati, woodcraft artisan Shri Sanjay Ahirwar, crystal artisan Shri Atul Gupta, marble artisan Sushri Pooja Jharia and a metal artisan from Betul.

In her welcome address, Global Skills Park CEO Sushri  Aditi Garg said the idea of Global Skills Park was inspired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s visit to Singapore’s ITE institution in 2015. Following an agreement with Singapore, the foundation of the institute was laid, and advanced technical training commenced at the main campus in 2024. Sushri Garg said it was a matter of pride that Shri Ashok Barnwal, the senior officer who helped shape the establishment and infrastructure of Global Skills Park, was present at the programme as the Chief Secretary of the State. She informed that the institute recorded 98% placement last year, while over the past two years, 35 trainees have secured employment in Hungary, Japan and other countries.

Minister of State for Backwards Classes Welfare (Independent Charge) Smt. Krishna Gaur, along with officers, employees and trainees of the institute, was present at the programme.