The Maharashtra government and Tata Trust has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for a skill training programme for the youth in the state. The programme has been undertaken under the state government’s “Kushal Maharashtra, Rojgaryukt Maharashtra” initiative. Under the programme, skill development and vocational training centres will be set up in 10 districts in the state. Virtual classrooms will also be set up in 100 ITIs in Maharashtra. The Trust will improve infrastructure in Industrial Training Institutes.
Maharashtra
- The state of Maharashtra was formed on 1st may, 1960 which is celebrated as Maharashtra day.
- Maharashtra is the third largest state by area in India.
- It is the richest state in India. Around 15% of the industrial output of India is contributed by Maharashtra.
- The official language of Maharashtra is Marathi.
- It is a land of Chhatrapati Shivaji, films, Ganesh puja and many more which attracts visitors.
- Gateway of India (Mumbai) is one of the greatest attractions which attract visitors all over the world. Other major places to visit are Pune, Nagpur, and Mahabaleshwar etc.
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- Memorandum means a written message in business or diplomacy.
- Vocational means relating to an occupation or employment.
