WorldSkills International Competition 2019 to be Held in Russia

WorldSkills International Competition 2019 to be Held in Russia

• The WorldSkills International Competition 2019, also referred as the ‘Olympics for Skills’, is scheduled to be held in Kazan, Russia from 22 to 27 August 2019. 
• The Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE), Government of India has announced 48-member Indian contingent to represent the country at the biggest showcase of skills excellence in the world.
• The National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) under the aegis of MSDE has been leading India’s delegation at this biennial event since 2011.
• The programme will be participated by more than 1,500 competitors from 60 countries in 55 skill competitions. India will participate in 44 skills.