India needs to prioritize skill development and holistic education to narrow the gap between potential and realization. With only 5% of the population formally skilled, graduates are ill-prepared for the competitive job market. The NEP 2020 emphasizes the need for skill-based education to bridge this gap. Formal education has limited impact on job performance, highlighting the importance of on-the-job training. Industries are adapting by implementing managed training services and apprenticeships, while the job landscape is shifting towards specialized skills in AI, ML, sustainability, and information security. Embracing these changes will shape a workforce ready to thrive in the dynamic global economy.
A tragic incident occurred in South Korea when a robotics worker was fatally crushed by a robot during an inspection. The robot failed to distinguish the worker from the boxes of vegetables it was handling and mistakenly identified him as one of the boxes. The worker sustained severe injuries and was transported to the hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries. Authorities are investigating the incident to determine if there were any technical defects or safety concerns.
