Gujarat is known for its enterprise and symbolizes the growth engine of India. Government of Gujarat has undertaken speedy reforms and continues to intensify steps to accelerate growth. With the establishment of 202 GIDC industrial estates, 60 approved Special Economic Zones, 21 registered Industrial Parks and 83 identified Industrial Clusters; Gujarat has generated vast scope for employment of technically competent manpower.

Though the State has over the years attracted large volumes of investment the availability of suitable manpower has been lagging. Despite large requirement of manpower on the one hand and institutional arrangements for equipping/ skilling on the other, there has been a qualitative demand-supply mismatch resulting in shortage in the industry with simultaneous unemployment/ underemployment.

To address this issue, the State Government intends to develop industry-responsive and readily employable manpower focusing on local resources. The Industrial Policy, 2009 has laid emphasis on the expansion of a skilled and educated manpower base.