Shri Rushikesh Patel Inaugurates NaMo iHUB in Mehsana

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Synopsis of the Article

• Medhavi Skills University, NSDC, and Amrit Mehsana Start-up Innovation Mission launch NaMo iHUB.
• NaMo iHUB is India’s first district startup and innovation hub.
• The hub is located in Mehsana, Gujarat.
• The launch was in the presence of Shri Rushikesh Patel, Minister of Health & Family Welfare, Gujarat.
• The Centre of Excellence (CoE) will boost sustainable employment in Gujarat.
• The CoE will provide advanced training facilities for industry-relevant, skill-based courses.
• NSDC will offer strategic support in technology integration and industry tie-ups.
• The hub will cater to sectors like manufacturing, automotive, electronics, agriculture, and textiles.
• It aims to create global employment opportunities for Gujarat’s youth.
• Collaboration with over 100 industries and MSMEs for specialized programs.
• The CoE will also offer international placement programs.
• The hub will act as a global employment gateway for Gujarat’s youth.

In an exciting new venture, Medhavi Skills University, the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), and the Amrit Mehsana Start-up Innovation Mission have come together to launch NaMo iHUB, India’s first district startup and innovation hub. This groundbreaking initiative aims to boost sustainable employment in Gujarat.

The launch of NaMo iHUB was marked by the signing of a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in the presence of Shri Rushikesh Patel, the Honourable Minister of Health & Family Welfare, Higher & Technical Education, Law and Justice, Government of Gujarat. The event was attended by local officials, academicians, and industry leaders from the Mehsana District.

The Centre of Excellence (CoE) is a significant step forward for the Amrit Mehsana Mission. It will serve as the central body for developing industry-ready talent to meet the demands of various industry clusters in the district. The hub will not only address regional skill development challenges but also foster collaborations between industries and academia. This will help create job opportunities not just locally but also on a global scale.

NSDC, as the knowledge and technology partner, will provide strategic support to ensure that the courses offered are aligned with the latest market trends. With a capacity to train 2,000 individuals annually, the CoE will focus on key sectors like manufacturing, automotive, electronics, agriculture, and textiles.

Through partnerships with over 100 industries and MSMEs, the Center will offer work-integrated programs that provide specialized and practical learning experiences. Additionally, with NSDC’s support, the NaMo iHub will provide international placement programs, preparing learners for global opportunities.

Mr. Mayank Bhatnagar, General Manager of State Engagement at NSDC, highlighted the initiative’s impact, saying, “This collaboration is a powerful example of how we can tackle regional skill development challenges. NaMo iHub will enhance Gujarat’s industrial capabilities and equip its youth with skills that will open doors to local and global markets.”

Shri M. Nagarajan, IAS, District Collector of Mehsana, shared his thoughts, stating, “The establishment of NaMo iHub in Mehsana is a milestone in our efforts to promote sustainable economic growth through skill development. This Center of Excellence will address the needs of vital sectors and offer programs geared toward international employment.”

Mr. Kuldip Sarma, Co-Founder and Pro-Chancellor of Medhavi Skills University, expressed his enthusiasm, saying, “The Center of Excellence reflects our commitment to bridging the gap between education and industry. Together with NSDC and DCOM, we aim to build a transformative skill development ecosystem in Gujarat.”

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