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Source: The post is based on the article “Ministry of New and Renewable Energy implements Suryamitra Skill Development Programme to boost Green Jobs in the country” published in PIB on 26th July 2022
What is the News?
The Minister for New and Renewable Energy has informed Lok Sabha about the Suryamitra Skill Development Programme.
What is the Suryamitra Skill Development Programme?
Nodal Ministry: Ministry of New and Renewable Energy
Aim: To train the youth of age above 18 years as solar PV technicians for installation, operation and maintenance of solar power projects.
Implemented by: National Institute of Solar Energy(NISE) since 2015-16.
Significance of the scheme: The impact assessment report for Suryamitra training programme reported that more than 90% of the trainees have reported improvement in technical know-how, improved performance in the sector and 88% of trainees reported an increase in job opportunities.
What is the National Institute of Solar Energy(NISE)?
NISE is an autonomous specialized institute under the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE).
Aim: It is mandated for research and development, solar component testing and certification, capacity building and development of solar products and applications.
Located at: Gurugram, Haryana
