KASE-State Skill Development Mission

A Visionary Return: Welcoming our Founder, Shri. Shibu Baby John

Kerala Academy for Skills Excellence (KASE) extends a warm and heartfelt welcome to Shri. Shibu Baby John, the Hon’ble Minister for Skill Development, Government of Kerala and Hon'ble Chairman of KASE.

For us, this is a momentous homecoming. Shri. Shibu Baby John was the architect and visionary behind the inception of KASE. He established this organization as the state's apex agency at a time when the nation was only beginning to realize the transformative power of a skilled industrial workforce.

A Renewed Vision for a Future-Ready Kerala. As he assumes charge as Chairman, we are confident that his leadership will be the catalyst needed to bridge structural skill gaps across the state.

Under his guidance, KASE is poised to:

• Decentralize Skill Training: Scaling initiatives by treating each district as a distinguished and unique labour market.
• Foster Inclusivity: Reintegrating vital sections of our society—including students, unemployed youth, repatriates, unorganized sector workers, and mid-career professionals—into the formal economy.
• Build Resilience: Shaping a reformed and dynamic labour ecosystem that meets global standards.

Sir, we are deeply obliged for your foundational role in our history and are inspired by the future we will build under your leadership.

Together, we will transform Kerala into a resilient, inclusive, and world-class skill hub.

Welcome back, Sir!

📘 KASE Chronicle | April 2026 Edition

The April 2026 edition of the KASE Chronicle features important updates and initiatives contributing to Kerala’s evolving skilling and workforce development ecosystem.

Showcasing activities and achievements from across the sector, this edition reflects KASE’s continued commitment to strengthening employability, promoting future-ready skills, and advancing inclusive skill development initiatives across the State.

👉 Read the latest edition here:https://kase.in/assets/admin/newsimages/attach/nattach_1729825463.pdf

Kerala Academy for Skills Excellence (KASE) had the privilege of hosting Ms. Annett Baessler, Deputy Consul General of the Federal Republic of Germany, and Ms. Kaja Schwarm, in charge of Cultural Affairs at the German Consulate, at its office on 31st March 2026.

The meeting focused on exploring areas of mutual interest, particularly in the domain of skilled migration, and strengthening collaboration between Kerala and Germany in developing a globally competent workforce.

The delegation was received by Shri. Sufiyan Ahmed IAS, Managing Director, along with Shri. Vinod T. V., Chief Operating Officer, and Dr. Vinutha H.M, Deputy General Manager (Operations & Strategy). Discussions centered on enhancing pathways for international mobility, aligning skill standards, and fostering strategic partnerships.

This interaction marks a significant step towards building sustainable international linkages and expanding opportunities for Kerala’s skilled talent pool.

📘 KASE Chronicle | February 2026 Edition

The February 2026 edition of the KASE Chronicle highlights important initiatives and sectoral developments shaping Kerala’s evolving skilling ecosystem. This issue features emerging opportunities in the legal services sector for non-law graduates, reflecting how new-age skill pathways are expanding beyond traditional professional boundaries.

The edition also captures key developments from District Skill Development Centres, including the successful completion of employability-focused training programmes designed to equip youth with industry-relevant technical and workplace skills.

Through these stories and updates, the Chronicle showcases KASE’s continued efforts to strengthen Kerala’s workforce ecosystem by promoting innovative training models, sector diversification, and future-oriented skill development.

👉 Read the latest edition here:https://kase.in/assets/admin/newsimages/attach/nattach_942472063.pdf