How does SAMPADA promote skill development in the sector?

• A. By offering financial subsidies only.
• B. Through partnerships with private training providers exclusively.
• C. Through training facilities, capacity-building programs, and partnerships with institutions for workforce upskilling.
• D. By mandating training for only senior management.

Answer: (C)

SAMPADA promotes skill development by creating a holistic ecosystem for learning and upskilling in the agro-processing sector. It provides dedicated training facilities to run structured programs, supports capacity-building initiatives for workers and managers to improve productivity, quality, and compliance, and forges partnerships with educational and training institutions to design curricula and certify competencies. This combined approach ensures a steady pipeline of skilled manpower across clusters, enabling the adoption of modern technologies and best practices. It goes beyond mere subsidies, avoids exclusive reliance on private providers, and covers training for the broader workforce, not just senior management.