Telangana’s economy is projected to double to $374 billion by 2030, and to meet the growing demands of its industries, the state plans to create 16 lakh jobs over the next six years, according to a report, ‘Bridging the Gap: Integrating Skilling into Telangana’s Education System’, prepared by the CII Telangana chapter and EY-Parthenon. (Image: DC)
Hyderabad: Telangana’s economy is projected to double to $374 billion by 2030, and to meet the growing demands of its industries, the state plans to create 16 lakh jobs over the next six years, according to a report, ‘Bridging the Gap: Integrating Skilling into Telangana’s Education System’, prepared by the CII Telangana chapter and EY-Parthenon.
The report read: “Telangana’s commitment to 100 per cent youth literacy by 2030 focuses on reducing urban dropout rates and expanding education for marginalised groups.” However, unemployment in urban areas remains high, with graduates often underemployed due to skill mismatches. To address these problems, “Telangana is reimagining education with vocational training starting from Class 6, and 30 per cent of traditional curricula now focusing on skill-based learning. This shift aims to address the skills gap in sectors like life sciences, IT, renewable energy, electric mobility and defence,” the report noted.
Dr Avantika Tomar, partner at EY-Parthenon, stressed, “Integrating vocational training into education is essential for competitiveness. Telangana’s efforts to align with industry demands will improve job readiness.”
One of the report’s standout recommendations is mandatory internships for faculty members. Sai Prasad, chairman of CII Telangana, explained, “Internships for educators ensure they stay connected with industry trends. Coupled with hands-on learning for students, this will bridge the gap between academia and industry, driving innovation.”
Drawing from countries like Germany, Japan, and Australia, the report outlined how integrating vocational systems into mainstream education can foster economic growth.
“Telangana’s multi-pronged skilling strategy, supported by reforms in education and industry collaboration, is set to position the state as a leader in India’s economic transformation. By focusing on employability and innovation, the government is ensuring that its workforce is ready to seize opportunities in a rapidly evolving economy,” the report said. Telangana government has partnered with organisations like AICTE to introduce industry-specific training courses to ensure students are better equipped
for high-demand roles.
Dr Avantika Tomar, partner at EY-Parthenon, stressed, “Integrating vocational training into education is essential for competitiveness. Telangana’s efforts to align with industry demands will improve job readiness.”
One of the report’s standout recommendations is mandatory internships for faculty members. Sai Prasad, chairman of CII Telangana, explained, “Internships for educators ensure they stay connected with industry trends. Coupled with hands-on learning for students, this will bridge the gap between academia and industry, driving innovation.”
Drawing from countries like Germany, Japan, and Australia, the report outlined how integrating vocational systems into mainstream education can foster economic growth.
“Telangana’s multi-pronged skilling strategy, supported by reforms in education and industry collaboration, is set to position the state as a leader in India’s economic transformation. By focusing on employability and innovation, the government is ensuring that its workforce is ready to seize opportunities in a rapidly evolving economy,” the report said. Telangana government has partnered with organisations like AICTE to introduce industry-specific training courses to ensure students are better equipped
for high-demand roles.
( Source : Deccan Chronicle )
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