Maharashtra is gearing up for a major skill development push with the launch of the Chief Minister’s Short-Term Job-Oriented Courses programme.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will soon inaugurate the initiative online, marking a significant step in the state’s efforts to prepare its youth for emerging industries and job opportunities.

The scheme, announced by the state’s Department of Skill Development, Employment, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, will train 75,000 candidates every year. Beginning October 9, over 2,500 batches will start across 419 government-run Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) and 141 government technical schools.

Skill Development Minister Mangal Prabhat Lodha, while sharing details, said the programme is designed to equip young people with market-ready skills in

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