The Ministry of Science & Technology announced that the CSIR Integrated Skill Initiative, led by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), has successfully trained more than 2 lakh workers across India. Through 5200+ skill-based training sessions in phases I and II, over 1.90 lakh individuals, including rural citizens and women, received training.
In June 2025, the third phase of the initiative was inaugurated by Dr. N. Kalaiselvi, Director General of CSIR and Secretary of DSIR. This phase focuses on advanced skilling, bridging academia-industry gaps, and promoting development and growth. In the first year of phase three, more than 14,000 trainees underwent training through 425+ programs held in 37 CSIR laboratories nationwide.
Aligned with ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ and ‘Skill India’, the CSIR Integrated Skill Initiative aims to connect scientific research with industry needs and employable skills. It caters to a wide range of beneficiaries, from students and researchers to technical staff, professionals, and even rural communities. The program emphasizes aligning skill training with practical industrial, societal, and entrepreneurial demands.
