Current Context: On 15 July 2026, the Uttar Pradesh Government launched Kaushal Setu and Kaushal Sarathi portals under the Uttar Pradesh Skill Development Mission (UPSDM) on the occasion of World Youth Skills Day.
- The portals aim to make the state's skill development system digital, transparent, paperless, and industry-oriented.
- Kaushal Setu is an online portal for the registration and empanelment of training partners, replacing the manual approval process.
- Kaushal Sarathi helps students and job seekers find district-wise training centres, skill courses, and training partners through a digital platform.
- UPSDM also signed MoUs with KLK Pvt. Ltd. and Winsome Textile Industries Ltd. to provide skill training and employment opportunities in sectors such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Robotics, and Textiles.
- The initiative aims to improve youth employability, bridge the industry skill gap, and strengthen Skill India at the state level.
Question:
Q1. 'Kaushal Sarathi' mainly benefits:
a) Banks and financial institutions
b) Students and job seekers looking for skill training
c) Government employees only
d) MSMEs seeking loans
Answer: b) Kaushal Sarathi provides district-wise information on skill training centres, available courses, and training partners, helping students and job seekers identify suitable skill development opportunities.
