Skill Development in Punjab: Challenges and Way Forward

Social Science

Skills and knowledge are integral to human capital investment and contribute significantly to socioeconomic growth and development. Skill development among youth makes a substantial contribution to occupational safety, enhanced productivity, and improved living standards and financial security. It also fosters social capital while strengthening the capacities and knowledge base of governing bodies, informal sector organizations, and rural communities. Integrating technical elements into the education system helps address the demand–supply mismatch in the labor market. Training programs significantly enhance individual competencies and foundational skills. This paper analyzes the major dimensions of skill development in Punjab, with a primary emphasis on manpower requirements, prevailing challenges, and government initiatives and policies implemented in the state.

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