Ethical Pathway to Global Employment: NSDC CEO's Message to India's Youth
In a message to India’s youth, Shri Ved Mani Tiwari, CEO of National Skill Development Corporation and MD NSDC International, today asked the youths and aspiring job seekers to avoid illegal migration routes commonly referred to as “donkey routes.”. The youths should leverage the central government’s skilling initiatives for a safe and successful international career, he said.
Speaking to media personnel in the national capital, he emphasized the importance of ethical migration and skill-based employment in global markets. “The world values skilled professionals, and with the right training, certifications, and ethical migration, the youths of India can build sustainable and long-term careers abroad. Taking illegal migration route is not only dangerous but also puts lives at risk. The youths can enroll themselves in skilling programs of NSDC International, which offer skilling programs and courses that are in demand in the global market.”
Shri Tiwari highlighted that NSDC International has been actively collaborating with international governments to create structured job opportunities for Indian youth. Recognizing India’s skilled workforce, several countries have approached NSDC International with employment opportunities. Israel has asked for 5,000 healthcare workers, an indication of demand for Indiana abroad. On similar lines, Germany and Japan continue to seek trained healthcare professionals.
To increase global employability, NSDC International is setting up global language labs offering training in Russian, Italian, Korean, and French languages. The initiative aims to break language barriers and increase the chances of Indian candidates, securing high-paying jobs overseas. Shri Tiwari said that NSDC is going to open 10 international academies.
Since its inception in October 2021, NSDC International has created 88,924 overseas job opportunities across 22 countries. Through strategic collaborations with international governments and organizations, over 64,000 skilled Indian candidates have been successfully placed in countries, including in Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nations, Japan, and the United Kingdom. It has facilitated training and job placements across 19 industries, focusing on key sectors such as construction, mechanical, electrical & plumbing (MEP), and facility management.
“Skill yourself, choose the right path, and embrace global opportunities through ethical means. The future belongs to those who are prepared—let’s work together to shape a brighter tomorrow,” he concluded.
Shri Tiwari assured that NSDC International is working tirelessly to expand global employment avenues, ensuring a bright and prosperous future for India’s skilled workforce. Last week, the first international academy was opened for language and soft skills in Greater Noida, which has a state-of-the-art language lab, the first such initiative in the country. It has the capacity to skill 1,000 candidates annually.