PM Modi Launches IIS Mumbai: Shaping India's Skill Future

Inauguration and Vision

• Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Indian Institute of Skills (IIS) in Mumbai.
• The project is worth over Rs 7600 crore and aims to cultivate an industry-ready workforce for Industry 4.0.
• IIS is established through a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) between the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship and Tata IIS.
• The institute aligns with PM Modi's vision of making India the "Skill Capital of the World."
• It focuses on equipping youth with cutting-edge technology skills and hands-on training.
• The goal is to prepare Indian youth to compete in global markets and meet evolving industry demands.

Courses and Facilities

• IIS Mumbai is built on a 4-acre campus within the National Skill Training Institute in Chunabhatti.

The institute will initially launch six specialized courses:

1.  Advanced Industrial Automation & Robotics

2.  Industrial Automation Fundamentals

3.  Advanced ARC Welding Techniques

4.  Additive Manufacturing

5.  Electric Vehicle Battery Specialist

6.  2&3 Wheeler EV Technician

• Advanced laboratories developed in partnership with over 15 global and Indian Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs).
• Students will gain practical experience using real industry equipment at an affordable cost.
• Hostel facilities will be provided to enhance the learning experience.
• Short-term courses in collaboration with industry partners like Fanuc India (Industrial Robotics), SMC India (Industrial Automation), and Taj Skyline (Culinary & Core Housekeeping).

Industry Relevance and Partnerships

• IIS focuses on skills needed for Industry 4.0, including factory automation, digital manufacturing, mechatronics, artificial intelligence, data analytics, and additive manufacturing.
• Graduates will be prepared for employment in new-age industries like EV manufacturing, AI, and robotics.
• The institute's curriculum and training are designed to meet the evolving demands of the global economy.
• Partnerships with over 15 global and Indian OEMs ensure that training aligns with industry needs.
• Collaboration with companies like Fanuc India and Taj Skyline for specialized short-term courses enhances industry relevance.
• On the same day, PM Modi also inaugurated the Vidya Samiksha Kendra (VSK) in Maharashtra.
• VSK is part of a network of 30 centers nationwide using data and AI to improve educational governance and outcomes.
• These initiatives collectively aim to enhance India's education and skill development ecosystem.