Parliament Question: Beneficiaries under PMKVY in Tamil Nadu

GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF SKILL DEVELOPMENT AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 228 ANSWERED ON – 21/07/2025 BENEFICIARIES UNDER PMKVY IN TAMIL NADU 228. SHRI MALAIYARASAN D: Will the Minister of SKILL DEVELOPMENT AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP be pleased to state: - (a) the details of the total number of individuals trained and certified under the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) since its inception in Tamil Nadu, sector-wise; (b) the number of training centres and Kaushal Kendras set up under the PMKVY in Tamil Nadu; (c) whether the Government plans to expand the number of such centers/ kendras in the coming years and if so, the details thereof; (d) the total amount of funds allocated, disbursed and utilized under the said scheme; (e) the measures taken by the Government to increase the participation of women, differently abled persons, and marginalized communities in the PMKVY along with the outcomes of such Initiatives; and (f) whether the Government has set any targets for expanding the reach and impact of PMKVY during the next few years particularly in remote areas and if so, the details thereof? ANSWER THE MINISTER OF STATE (INDEPENDENT CHARGE) IN THE MINISTRY OF SKILL DEVELOPMENT AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP (SHRI JAYANT CHAUDHARY) (a) Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) is implementing its flagship Scheme Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) since 2015. Under PMKVY, skill training is imparted through Short Term Training (STT) and Re-skilling and Up-skilling through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) to youth across the country. Under PMKVY, a total of 8,85,134 individuals has been trained/oriented out of which 7,15,802 have been certified in Tamil Nadu since inception till 30th June 2025. Sector-wise details of candidates trained and certified under PMKVY in Tamil Nadu are at Annexure-I. (b) The details of the number of training centres set up under the PMKVY in Tamil Nadu is as under: Training PMKVY1.0 PMKVY 2.0 PMKVY 3.0 PMKVY 4.0 (till centres 30th June 2025) Total 1145 1071 241 490 Since the inception of the PMKVY, 40 Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Kendras (PMKKs) have been established in Tamil Nadu. Out of these, 23 PMKKs are currently functional. (c) PMKVY scheme aims at enabling youth of India to get future ready & industry ready skills. These schemes are demand driven and new training centres (TCs) are set up/engaged on need basis to impart the training across the country(d) The PMKVY (except PMKVY 1.0 (2015-16) and PMKVY 4.0(2022-26)) had two components, namely Centrally Sponsored Centrally Managed (CSCM) component being implemented through National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) and Centrally Sponsored State Managed (CSSM) component being implemented through States/UTs. There is no provision of state wise funds allocation under central component (CSCM). Details of fund utilised under CSCM component and fund released and utilized under CSSM component of PMKVY since inception of the scheme till 30th June, 2025 in the State of Tamil Nadu is as under: - Scheme Central Component State Component Funds Released Funds Funds Funds Utilized Utilized Released (Rs. In Crores) (Rs. In (Rs. In Crores) (Rs. In Crores) Crores) PMKVY 1.0 There is no 105.55 - - PMKVY 2.0 provision for state- 284.40 68.86 52.00 PMKVY 3.0 wise disbursement 18.37 - - PMKVY 4.0 under Central 99.21 - - Component Total 507.53 68.86 52.00 (e) The Scheme has a provision of Special Projects which are targeted towards ensuring coverage of under-represented social groups - SC/ ST/ Women/ PwDs and geographic areas such as Aspirational Districts, LWE, Tribal districts, etc. Special attention has been given to women, tribal communities, and other marginalized groups in rural areas to promote their participation in the skill development programs. In order to increase inclusivity, Boarding and Lodging (B&L) and transport facilities are provided to special groups (Women and PwD) and Special Areas, as defined in Common Norms, for training within and outside Special Areas. Conveyance facility is also permissible for special groups in case of non-residential training as per Common Norms. Under PMKVY scheme since its inception, a total of 5,44,604 women, 1,542 persons with disabilities (PwDs), 1,21,184 individuals from Scheduled Castes (SC), and 7,971 from Scheduled Tribes (ST) have been trained / oriented in Tamil Nadu. (f) The government has been taking several steps to ensure the implementation and expansion of PMKVY 4.0 across the country. These efforts aim to address skill gaps, improve employability, and support economic growth. A few of them are as under: i. Focus on New Age Skills like Industry 4.0, Web 3.0, AR/VR, Climate Change, Circular Economy, Green Economy, and Energy Transition. ii. Emphasis on Re-skilling, and Up-skilling under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) through innovations in assessment, better monitoring. iii. Greater reliance on On-Job-Training (OJT) for better practical exposure to candidates. iv. Flexibility in course curriculums by introducing courses in partnership with industry. v. Cross utilisation of available infrastructure with the educational institutions viz. ITIs/Schools/Colleges/Universities/Central and State Government Institutions etc. vi. Training aligned to National Priorities and Policy Announcements focusing on clusters in sectors like semiconductor, 5G, AI, Green Hydrogen, EV, Solar Mission, Care, Tourism. The Ministry has also launched Skill India Digital (SID) platform, a comprehensive and accessible platform for skill enhancement, offering industry-relevant skill courses, job opportunities, and entrepreneurship support to youth of the country in various sectors including domestic workers sector covering unorganized sector.Annexure I ANNEXURE REFERRED TO IN REPLY TO PART (a) OF LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 228 ANSWERED ON 21.07.2025 Sector-wise number of candidates trained/oriented and certified in Tamil Nadu under PMKVY scheme since inception till 30th June, 2025, is given below: Sector Name Trained / Oriented Certified Aerospace and Aviation 255 47 Agriculture 21,713 16,041 Apparel 1,32,013 1,18,211 Automotive 26,669 21,365 Beauty and Wellness 46,101 36,374 BFSI 10,454 6,313 Capital Goods 5,197 3,255 Construction 11,251 8,587 Directorate General Training 824 372 Domestic Workers 2,101 2,073 Electronics and Hardware 65,142 48,079 Food Processing 12,895 10,328 Furniture and Fittings 1,362 994 Gems and Jewellery 25,812 21,186 Green Jobs 7,579 6,388 Handicrafts and Carpet 8,379 7,536 Healthcare 19,955 14,778 Hydrocarbon 17,322 13,030 IASC 3,833 3,062 Infrastructure Equipment 7,991 6,531 Iron and Steel 597 415 IT-ITeS 31,461 20,050 Leather 1,19,190 98,521 Life Sciences 4,465 2,729 Logistics 58,159 48,305 Management 22,469 18,244 Media and Entertainment 50,455 48,341 Mining 400 309 Paints And Coatings 1,110 1,023 Persons with Disability 1,435 746 Plumbing 5,575 3,827 Power 637 414 Retail 36,672 28,332 Rubber 26,147 19,997 Sports 30 - Telecom 24,165 18,749 Textiles And Handlooms 59,213 49,136 Tourism & Hospitality 16,106 12,114 Total 8,85,134 7,15,802 *****