Rahul Gandhi, Speaking in the US, Suggests India Should Consider its Manufacturing Capabilities

During his visit to Washington DC beginning on Monday, Mr. Gandhi highlighted the need to bridge the gap between the business and education systems by encouraging vocational training. He stressed the “ideological capture” of the education system and the importance of respecting people with skills.

Mr. Gandhi also emphasized the significance of production in creating jobs, noting that many countries, including China and Vietnam, have effectively addressed their employment problems through manufacturing. He pointed out that the United States was once the center of global production but has since relinquished this role to China.

Mr. Gandhi underlined the need for India to focus on manufacturing to avoid high levels of unemployment and potential social problems. He also mentioned the successful examples of vocational training initiatives in Indian states like Tamil Nadu and Maharashtra.

Mr. Gandhi emphasized the importance of linking the education and business systems and called for the coordination of vocational training efforts at a larger scale. He warned that the neglect of manufacturing could lead to significant social challenges in India, the United States, and Europe.