Hi Friends,

Even as I launch this today ( my 80th Birthday ), I realize that there is yet so much to say and do. There is just no time to look back, no time to wonder,"Will anyone read these pages?"

With regards,
Hemen Parekh
27 June 2013

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Thursday, 19 October 2023

Skilling 300 Million ? Here is a way, Shri Pradhanji

 Skilling 300 Million ?  Here is a way,  Shri Pradhanji

 

 

 

Context :

Union education ministry launches digital skilling programmes for 30 crore students

 

(  ET  -  07 June 2022 )



Extract :

 

Union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan   (  minister.sm@gov.in ),

 

launched a digital skilling initiative on Monday for 30 crore ( 300 Million ), students from class VII to graduation , which will focus on,

 

#  SKILLING , RE-SKILLING and UP-SKILLING students via

#  INTERNSHIP , APPRENTICESHIPS and EMPLOYMENT in the emerging technologies

 

 

Over 100 Technology Corporate and Manufacturing Firms have already come on board on this platform to provide “ Free of Cost “ emerging technology  certifications

 

India has to cater to the workforce requirement of the world and TECHNOLOGY will enable us to do so “
Pradhan added.

 

“  This program is to connect the RIGHT CANDIDATES with SKILL TRAINERS and various COURSES providing expertise  on emerging technologies. It includes Artificial Intelligence, Block-chain, Big Data , Data Analytics , Cyber Security and Cloud Computing “

 

 

MY  TAKE  :

 

 

Dear Shri Dharmendra Pradhanji,

 

You said :

 

“ India has to cater to the workforce requirement of the world and TECHNOLOGY will enable us to do so “

 

And those technologies are :

 

>  AR-VR headsets

 

>  Holograms

 

 

In the context of using AR – VR headsets for Skill-Training, I draw your attention to my following email :

 

Ø Peter’s WEB 3.0 …………………………….[  09  Dec  2018  ]

 

-    where  I suggested :

 

Ø This is NOW possible, if our Policy Makers decide to leverage WEB 3.0 , for skilling 2 crore youth each year , right from their ( internet connected ) homes eliminating need for setting up another 15,000 ITIs ( buildings – machineries – teaching staff etc ). Virtual Training courses will need very little investment and very quick implementation !

 

Ø Such Virtual Training courses ( using VR headsets ) can be configured around the needs of other countries which are facing shortage of skilled manpower for specific jobs

 

 

But, since I sent this email 40 MONTHS ago, technology has made great strides

 

 

In the area of  “ Education and Training “ , AR-VR headsets are likely to face tough competition from HOLOGRAMS

 

Here is the FIRST signal :

 

IKIN Launches Enterprise-Ready Large-Format Holographic Display  /  Accesswire  /  13 June 2022

 

 

Extract :

 

 

 IKIN™, a leading provider of visual technology solutions for businesses and consumers, has announced the commercial availability of its IKIN ARC platform, a scalable, large-format holographic terminal for commercial applications.

The IKIN ARC employs patented technology that enables high-resolution display of volumetric images in ambient light and can be used in applications ranging from logistics to education and training to advanced engineering and design workshops.

The product is now available to enterprises and developers looking to maximize performance through reliable and accessible volumetric content.

 

The IKIN ARC does not require any headgear or goggles and allows individuals or small groups to create, view, and manage holographic content.

 

The device is available in a standard, self-contained form factor with a 15-inch display suitable for many use cases.

 

This platform is designed to serve the exacting requirements of multiple markets, including defence , IoT, healthcarelogisticshospitality, and entertainment.

 

The IKIN ARC is complemented by IKIN's RYZ mobile holographic display, slated for public release in mid 2023.

 

 

Dear Shri Pradhanji,

 

 

Even if a AR-VR headset sells for Rs 10,000 ( $ 125 ), it is simply beyond the reach of 300 million students

 

 

But it is possible for our millions of Secondary Schools – Colleges and our 18,000 Industrial Training Institutes ( ITI ), to buy and install such a 3D Volumetric Holographic Terminal , in a few class-rooms

 

 

To realize this possibility, I urge you as follows :

 

 

Ø Include local manufacture of 3D Volumetric Holographic Terminals – 3D VHT - , in already announced PLI ( Production Linked Incentive ) Scheme for Electronic Devices  

            ( Phased Manufacturing Program– leading to 100 % local value addition – no component imports –

              within 2 years of start of local production )

 

 

Ø Donations of funds to Schools / Colleges / ITIs  , etc for purchase of 3D VHT , to be eligible to qualify as CSR ( Corporate Social Responsibility ) obligation of Companies ( under CSR Act )

 

Ø Contribution of funds by Companies to 9,606  Atal Tinkering Labs , for development of TRAINING COURSES based on IKIN platform, to be eligible under CSR obligations. Training Courses so developed to be available, FREE of COST , to all 300 million students

 

 

With regards,

 

      Hemen Parekh /  hcp@RecruitGuru.com  /  17 June 2022

 

 

Related Readings :

 

Ø Frost & Sullivan Selects IKIN for 2022 Global Technology Innovation Leadership Award in Holographic Solutions Industry

             ( Yahoo Finance / 20 June 2022 )

 

 

 

Ø Andhra Pradesh govt ropes in Byju's to impart quality digital content to school  students

{ Eco Times  /  17 June 2022 }

Extract :

 

          Jagan said tabs will be provided to guide the students, who are currently studying in class VIII

            He said the government will be distributing tabs to 4.7 lakh ( 470,000 ) students in September at a

            cost of Rs 500crore ( Rs 5,000 million ). He also asked the officials to install a TV in each classroom..

            to make  visual content  accessible to the students .

 

  ====================================================================          

       

 Tamil Nadu onboards Tata Tech for technology upgrade at 71 industrial training institutes

         ( ETGovernment   /  June 15, 2022 )

 

        Extract :

 

        Tata Technologies has said it looks to transform these ITIs across the state into modern technology

        centres and training facility centres with an investment of around Rs 2,204 crore ( Rs 22040 million )

 

 

 

Ø       NIPUN: Upskilling of construction workers launched to train for overseas job opportunities
     ( ET / 21 June 2022 )


>     Universal Basic Income ………………………………….. ………………………[  20 Jan 2017 ]

 

Ø      National Skills University : Virtual is the only way …………………….[ 03 Apr 2021 ]

 

 

References :

 

Schools Can be Fun Now

Engage with students in virtual classroom environments and improve retention with interactive 3D content

 


This is World’s First AR Headset For Mobiles Made by an Indian

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