T-Hub, a leading incubator for startups in India, has wrapped up the Skill India Digital Accelerator Program, a collaborative effort with NSDC and HDFC's Parivartan Startup Grants. This program was specifically crafted to spur innovation and growth in the skill development sector by carefully selecting 10 promising startups to receive grants from Parivartan Startup Grants by HDFC.
The initiative aimed to discover and bolster startups that are transforming skill development and boosting employability throughout India. These startups are instrumental in enhancing workforce skills and pioneering new approaches in skill development and job readiness. The program also sought to improve the Skill India Digital Platform by collaborating with startups to upgrade its features and widen its reach, creating a more inclusive ecosystem for skill development. This collaboration included prestigious entities like T-Hub, NSDC, and Parivartan Startup Grants by HDFC, which provided essential resources and funding to support startups addressing the workforce's evolving needs.
Out of 369 applicants, 10 startups were selected for their innovative contributions. These include Cunomial, Karmmin, Crion Versity, Humlogjobs, Vridhee Innovations Private Limited, Edubuk, Online Saathi, HowBee, SkyySkill Academy, and TheQube. Each was provided with crucial support and funding to enhance and expand their solutions, significantly aiding the national skill development initiatives.
These startups, by collaborating with NSDC’s Skill India Digital Platform, are set to broaden their impact, ensuring inclusivity and accessibility across various communities and sectors. The program focuses on discovering opportunities, supporting multilingual interfaces, upskilling, and thoroughly covering government schemes. It also highlights financial inclusion for gig workers, encourages entrepreneurship, and leverages AI for tailored recommendations, all aimed at fostering innovation and empowerment within the workforce.
Mahankali Srinivas Rao, CEO of T-Hub, stated, “The Skill India Digital Accelerator Program highlights our unified commitment to nurture Indian startups and drive them towards growth led by innovation. At the helm of this transformative journey, T-Hub, together with our partners, ensures that startups are well-supported to prosper. This program not only shapes the future of skill development but also empowers Indian startups to lead in creating a skilled workforce for our nation.”
Mohit Kumar, DGM IT & Digital at NSDC, remarked on the program's transformative impact on Indian startups, enabling them to introduce significant innovations in skill development. This collaboration paves the way for a workforce ready for the future, crucial for India's advancement.
Ms. Neha Agrawal, Senior Vice President of Start-ups at HDFC Bank, expressed the bank's commitment to nurturing impactful social startups that bring about positive community changes. Through the HDFC Bank Parivartan Startup Grants, the aim is to empower these innovative entities to meet SDG targets and forge a better future with their solutions.
The Skill India Digital Accelerator Program serves as a testament to the power of collaboration and innovation in effecting substantial improvements within the skill development ecosystem. With ongoing support and strategic partnerships, the program is dedicated to cultivating a workforce that is prepared for the challenges of a constantly evolving global environment.