<h1>Union Cabinet Endorses Skill India Program Restructuring with Rs 8,800 Crore Budget, Emphasizing AI and 5G Training</h1> The Union Cabinet has approved the continuation and restructuring of the Skill India Programme until 2026 with a budget of Rs 8,800 crore. The programme integrates the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana 4.0, Pradhan Mantri National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme, and Jan Shikshan Sansthan Scheme. It aims to provide industry-aligned, technology-enabled training to over 2.27 crore beneficiaries, focusing on emerging technologies like AI and 5G. Key reforms include streamlined participation processes and financial support for apprentices. The initiative targets diverse demographics, ensuring skill development access for urban and rural populations, including marginalized communities.