ENA State 2025-09-17 17:38:16 <p><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>Mumbai, Sep 17 (KNN)</strong> The Maharashtra government has announced plans to introduce specialised certificate courses to train young people for careers in the gems and jewellery sector.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis made the announcement during the inauguration of a major gems and jewellery exhibition in Mumbai.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">These courses will be offered through the Maharashtra State Skills University (MSSU) to create a skilled workforce and support the fast-growing jewellery industry.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">According to the government, the curriculum will be developed in partnership with industry stakeholders to ensure it matches the current requirements of the sector.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Training will cover various areas such as jewellery design, manufacturing, gemology, quality control, and business operations.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">This initiative aims to bridge the skill gap and prepare youth for both domestic and international markets, ultimately boosting employment opportunities.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Alongside the training programmes, the state is also setting up a new Gems &amp; Jewellery Park at Mahape in Navi Mumbai. The park will offer modern infrastructure and facilities to jewellery manufacturers, exporters, and entrepreneurs, helping improve production and enhance Indias share in global jewellery exports.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">To enable faster implementation, the government is also simplifying procedures for land acquisition and business licensing in the sector. A dedicated Ease of Doing Business War Room has been set up at Mantralaya to monitor reforms and ensure smoother clearances.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">This is expected to attract more private investments and make it easier for new businesses to enter the industry.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Industry experts believe the move will modernise traditional jewellery practices, encourage innovation, and open doors for young entrepreneurs in a field long dominated by family-run businesses.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The initiative highlights Maharashtras broader focus on linking vocational education with job creation and export potential.</span></p> <p><em><strong><span style="font-size:14px">(KNN Bureau)</span></strong></em></p> 43533 https://knnindia.co.in/news/newsdetails/state/maharashtra-to-launch-certificate-courses-for-jewellery-industry-jobs 2025-09-17 17:38:16 knnindia.co.in