<h1>Government Urges Companies to Create In-House Skill Centers Under PMIS 2024 to Boost Youth Employability</h1> The government has encouraged companies to establish in-house skill centers to enhance youth employability and improve hiring rates. Under the Prime Minister Internship Scheme (PMIS) launched in 2024, the goal is to skill 1.25 lakh youth initially and one crore over five years. This initiative is integrated into corporate social responsibility (CSR) efforts, offering flexibility and benefiting industries by providing a skilled workforce. With 50% of India's population under 28, the program aims to harness the demographic dividend by equipping the youth with essential skills. Major corporations like ITC, Emami, Reliance, and HDFC Bank are participating.