Information Technology, the AP Chambers of Commerce and Industry Federation
on Friday raised several issues concerning the industry with respect to the
skilled workforce in the manufacturing sector.
C Nagarani briefed about the challenges faced by business enterprises
related to skill gaps, internships and workforce shortages in core
industries. They said that the allotment of polytechnic students for
internship was not being implemented as per the government’s guidelines.
“In some cases, it is less than or equal to 10% of the industry’s
requirement during past sessions,” the Federation said.
The members observed that the majority of the students from both government
or private colleges were being sent to neighbouring States for internships
as the industries there were reportedly offering better scholarships to the
students. “Following the recent interactions between industries and
students, it was understood that parents were forcing their children to
pursue a career only in the IT sector as it is more remunerative,” the
Federation expressed.
