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Empowering Punjab's Workforce for Tomorrow

Campaign overview

A skill development initiative under Ek Punjab Foundation, offering industry-aligned professional training to youth and adults across Punjab. Focuses on digital literacy, vocational skills, soft skills, and placement assistance to boost employability and entrepreneurship.

Start
May 2026
End
June 2027
Target
100,000 People

Objectives

  • Provide job-ready skills to 100,000 citizens by 2027
  • Bridge the gap between industry needs and workforce capabilities
  • Empower women and rural youth through targeted training modules
  • Offer certification and placement support for graduates
  • Promote self-employment and micro-enterprises

Current impact

  • 15,000 citizens enrolled in 6+ professional courses
  • 65% average placement rate among certified candidates
  • 200+ MSMEs and companies partnered for hiring
  • Training centers established in 15 districts
  • 30% of trainees are women from underserved areas

Partners & regions

NSDC (National Skill Development Corporation)Local ITIsPunjab Skill Development MissionIndustry Chambers (CII/PHD)Banking partners for entrepreneurship loans
All Punjab Focus on Ludhiana, Amritsar, Jalandhar, Patiala, Bathinda, and rural blocks