ENA Sectors 2026-02-02 16:24:50 <p><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>New Delhi, Feb 2 (KNN)</strong> The Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC) said the Union Budget 2026 27 has sent a positive signal on Indias commitment to manufacturing-led growth, with skill development placed at the centre of the national economic agenda. </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Vinkesh Gulati, Chairperson, ASDC, stated, By focusing on the expansion of strategic manufacturing sectors, strengthening MSMEs and closely linking education with employment outcomes, Budget has the potential to create a meaningful and lasting impact on the automotive ecosystem, which uniquely brings together manufacturing, technology and services.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">He highlighted that for the automotive industry the proposals reinforce Indias position as a global hub for manufacturing and innovation. </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Gulati noted, Targeted investments in advanced manufacturing, capital goods and clean mobility solutions open up fresh opportunities across vehicle manufacturing, auto components, EV, batteries, electronics, logistics and digital services. </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The renewed focus on revitalising legacy industrial clusters and nurturing Champion MSMEs is equally significant, as it will reinforce Tier 1, Tier 2 and Tier 3 suppliers who form the backbone of the automotive value chain, he added.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">From a workforce perspective, the Budgets Education to Employment approach and focus on industry-aligned skilling have been described as timely. </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The automotive industrys transition towards advanced technologies has increased demand for skills in mechatronics, electronics, embedded systems, AI-enabled manufacturing, quality systems, green technologies and digital tools.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Gulati emphasised, The Budgets push for modular, industry-driven skilling programmes, wider use of technology and the creation of regional centres of excellence will play a vital role in addressing skill gaps and improving employability at scale.</span></p> <p><em><strong><span style="font-size:14px">(KNN Bureau)</span></strong></em></p> 44999 https://knnindia.co.in/news/newsdetails/sectors/asdc-welcomes-budget-202627-focus-on-manufacturing-msmes-skill-development 2026-02-02 16:24:50 knnindia.co.in