<h1>India Approves Rs. 6,655 Crore for SANKALP and STRIVE Schemes to Boost Skill Development and Vocational Training.</h1> The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved two World Bank-supported schemes, SANKALP and STRIVE, with a total outlay of Rs. 6,655 crore to enhance India's Skill Development Mission. SANKALP, a centrally sponsored scheme, and STRIVE, a central sector scheme, aim to reform vocational education by focusing on outcomes and improving the quality and market relevance of skill training programs. These schemes will establish national bodies for accreditation and certification, promote convergence among institutions, and incentivize ITIs to enhance performance. They also emphasize inclusivity, targeting marginalized communities, and aim to create a globally competitive workforce aligned with government initiatives like Make in India.