India’s contingent participating in the WorldSkills Asia Competition (WSAC) 2025, scheduled from 27–29 November 2025 in Chinese Taipei was given a warm sendoff in New Delhi on Nov 24. This marks the first time India is participating in the World Skills Asia platform, making the event a significant milestone for the country’s global skills journey.
The ceremony was graced by Union Minister of State (I/C) for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship and Minister of State for Education, Shri Jayant Chaudhary, as Chief Guest and Secretary, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Ms. Debashree Mukherjee. The event also witnessed the presence of Gyan Bhushan, Senior Economic Advisor, MSDE and Sudesh Berry,renownedactor, who motivated the contingent with their encouraging words.
This year, the prestigious continental competition will see participation from 500+ competitors across 38 skill categories, representing nearly 40 Asian member and guest countries. The Indian contingent, led by the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), the implementation and knowledge partner for WorldSkills India, comprises 23 competitors and 21 experts and will represent the nation in 21 skill categories, competing on the international stage against Asia’s most skilled young professionals and showcasing India’s growing strength in global skills excellence.
Speaking at the ceremony, Shri Jayant Chaudhary said “The young competitors participating in World Skills Asia embody India’s rising strength as a global skills leader. We have full faith that months of rigorous training, the mentorship of experts, and the unwavering support of our Sector Skill Councils, the Ministry, and industry partners who have prepared these participants for this moment. The Government is committed to empowering talent that can compete, collaborate, and contribute to the vision of becoming Skill Capital of the World.”
These candidates showcase excellence across a diverse range of new-age and traditional skills, including Digital & IT Technologies, Mobile Robotics, Mechatronics, CNC Milling, Web Development, Automotive Repair, Fashion Technology, Graphic Design, Beauty Therapy, and other high-demand skills defining the future of work.
The competitors representing India at World Skills Asia 2025 were selected through a rigorous, multi-tier national process anchored by India Skills Competition 2024, the country’s largest skill championship organised by NSDC. Winners of the IndiaSkills Competition earn the opportunity to represent the country at prestigious World Skills chapters across the globe, showcasing India’s talent on multiple international platforms.
Motivating the contingent, Secretary, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Ms. Debashree Mukherjee, stated that India’s first-ever participation in World Skills Asia marks a significant milestone in the country’s skilling journey. She added that MSDE’s sustained efforts in strengthening training and assessment ecosystems have enabled young competitors to meet global benchmarks. She urged the team to perform to the best of their abilities, uphold national standards of excellence, and bring laurels to the country.
These 23 candidates had emerged as national medal holders after national-level evaluations involving industry experts and globally benchmarked assessments. Over the past five months, the competitors have undergone intensive, industry-guided training conducted in partnership with some of India’s leading institutions, including JK Cement, Toyota Kirloskar Motor, LTA Academy of Beauty, Mahindra University, Welcomgroup Graduate School of Hotel Administration, and Iraj Evolution Design Company Limited. These training partners provided advanced labs, simulators, expert coaches, and real-world problem-solving environments to sharpen technical precision, discipline, and global competitiveness, ensuring that Team India is fully prepared to perform at the highest international standards.
To ensure peak readiness, WorldSkills India (under NSDC) conducted an intensive four-day Team Building and Readiness Program (21–24 November) featuring psychometric assessments, grooming and communication sessions, neurotherapy and mindfulness practices, nutrition counselling, art and music therapy, and travel readiness workshops. These interventions equipped candidates with technical confidence and mental resilience, fostering collaboration, focus, and national pride.
