New Delhi, Oct. 22 -- New Delhi, 22nd October 2026: India's manufacturing and services sectors are projected to generate more than 35 crore (350 million) new jobs by 2030, according to the latest estimates from multiple Sector Skill Councils and industry bodies. This surge in employment potential is matched by an urgent need for accelerated skilling, practical training, and robust collaboration between industry and academia. Industry data from various councils and government sources highlights the scale and immediacy of the challenge.
The automotive sector is expected to add between 20 and 25 lakh direct jobs by 2030 (NITI Aayog). Logistics will require an additional 47 lakh skilled workers by the same year (Logistics Sector Skill Council)...