Dehradun. At the 48th edition of the WorldSkills Competition held in Shanghai from 22‑27 September 2026, India delivered a historic performance, collecting six silver medals and twenty Medallions of Excellence. The haul lifted the nation to a record‑breaking 10th place on the global leaderboard.
Uttarakhand’s Young Stars Lead the Way
Two prodigies from Uttarakhand were instrumental in this success. Sania Jos Joshi captured silver in the Retail Sales category, while Parth Vohra earned a silver in Industrial Design Technology. Their achievements not only added to India’s medal tally but also shone a spotlight on the state’s emerging skill ecosystem.
Why WorldSkills Matters
WorldSkills is widely regarded as the premier global arena for vocational excellence, drawing roughly 1,400 competitors from more than 80 nations across 64 skill disciplines. Participants showcase a blend of technical mastery, creativity, and professional acumen, making any podium finish a testament to world‑class capability.
Uttarakhand’s Growing Reputation
For a state still building its skill‑development infrastructure, securing medals on such a stage is a watershed moment. Sania and Parth’s victories amplify Uttarakhand’s presence on the international map and inspire a new generation of aspiring craftsmen and technologists.
The Path from IndiaSkills to WorldSkills
The rigorous IndiaSkills 2025‑26 selection process, overseen by the Uttarakhand Department of Skill Development and Employment and the Uttarakhand Skill Development Society (UKSDS), identified and honed the talents of these two competitors. The multi‑tiered contest—spanning state, regional, and national levels—served as a springboard, granting the top performers the chance to represent India abroad.
Both Sania and Parth navigated this pipeline with distinction, emerging as the state’s best hope for the global stage. Their silver‑medal performances in Shanghai underscore the effectiveness of Uttarakhand’s talent‑nurturing initiatives and reinforce the importance of sustained investment in vocational education.
“Our success is a collective victory for the entire state,” said a senior official of the Uttarakhand Skill Development Society. “It proves that with the right support, our youth can compete and excel against the world’s finest.”
The duo’s accomplishments also highlight the broader momentum behind skill development in Uttarakhand, signaling that more young professionals from the region are likely to follow suit in future international competitions.
