Govt Strengthens Media Skills Drive: Minister Chaudhary on ‘Skill India to Build India
Updated On: 13 November, 2024 01:28 PM IST | Mumbai | Buzz
MESC’s Governing Council, led by Padma Shri Dr. Shankar Mahadevan, comprises leaders who are eager to drive this transformative initiative forward.

Media Skills Drive
In a landmark gathering aimed at fortifying India’s media and entertainment industry, Hon. Minister Jayant Chaudhary, Minister of State for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, along with Secretary MSDE Shri Atul Kumar Tiwari, held a high-impact meeting with the Governing Council of the Media and Entertainment Skills Council (MESC). Convened under the theme “Skill India to Build India,” the event brought together industry leaders, officials, and creative pioneers to discuss strategies to position India as a global hub for skilled media professionals. This collaborative effort underscores the government’s commitment to fostering talent and innovation within this rapidly evolving sector.
Minister Chaudhary opened the session with an emphasis on MESC’s enhanced mandate in a media landscape that is increasingly characterized by innovation and global competitiveness. “The Media and Entertainment Skill Council’s (MESC) Governing Council is empowered to meet the growing need for specialized skills development, addressing both national and international market demands,” he stated. Chaudhary stressed the importance of aligning skill initiatives with industry advancements, particularly as India's media and entertainment sector continues to expand. He outlined a vision for MESC to serve as a collaborative bridge between the Ministry of Skill Development, the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), and key industry stakeholders, ensuring that India’s media talent is equipped to meet the challenges of a globally competitive market.

