The 6th National Steering Committee (NSC) meeting of PM-SETU today approved around 1,194 crore rupees in investment plans for five Industrial Training Institutes (ITI) clusters across Maharashtra, Odisha and Jammu and Kashmir. The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) noted that with these approvals, the cumulative investment approved under Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs (PM-SETU) has reached more than 3,687 crore rupees till date. Addressing the meeting, MSDE Secretary, Debashree Mukherjee said that the approvals will help strengthen ITIs, improve training and increase industry participation. She noted that the progress made by Jammu and Kashmir is encouraging and reflects a strong commitment to strengthening skilling and expanding opportunities for youth in the region. Ms Mukherjee said that the aim is to improve training quality and help young people gain skills that lead to better employment opportunities.
News On AIR | October 16, 2026 4:50 PM
Over 1000 cr approved for setting up of five ITI clusters across Maharashtra, Odisha and J&K
