Bengaluru Skill Summit second edition to be held from November 3
The event aims to connect government, industry, and academia to improve workforce development and skilling in Karnataka.
The Department of Skill Development, Entrepreneurship and Livelihood (SDEL) of the Karnataka Government will host the second Bengaluru Skill Summit from Tuesday to Thursday at The Lalit Ashok, Bengaluru, according to The Hindu.
Organised by the Karnataka Skill Development Corporation (KSDC) in partnership with the Karnataka Skill Development Authority (KSDA), the summit features Japan as the country partner and the Karnataka Digital Economy Mission (KDEM) as the knowledge partner.
The event is expected to attract over 6,500 attendees, featuring 150 speakers, hundreds of partners, and more than 50 exhibitors.
The summit will address four themes: emerging skills such as artificial intelligence and the digital economy, inclusion for women and gig workers, innovation, and global skills for workforce mobility.
Minister for Medical Education and SDEL Dr. Sharan Prakash Patil said the state aims to create a workforce capable of meeting new industry requirements and technological shifts.
KSDA Chairman E.V. Ramana Reddy stated that the summit provides a platform to explore workforce needs and strengthen Karnataka's role in the global talent ecosystem.