India’s debut at WorldSkills Asia brings one silver, two bronze medals

India finished eighth in its debut appearance at the WorldSkills Asia Competition (WSAC), securing one silver, two bronze medals and three medallions for excellence, officials said on Sunday.

The competition was held from November 27 to 29 in Chinese Taipei.

The Indian contingent comprised 23 competitors who took part in 21 skill categories in an event that saw participation from 29 countries.

Women competitors were among the standout performers, contributing significantly to the medal tally and highlighting the growing leadership of young women in India’s skilling ecosystem, an official statement said.

“India’s performance at WorldSkills Asia 2025 reflects the confidence, creativity, and discipline of our young talent. Every medal and every recognition earned here is a testament to the hard work of our competitors, the dedication of their trainers, and the growing strength of India’s skills ecosystem,” Jayant Chaudhary, Minister for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, said.

The competitors were selected through the IndiaSkills National Competition 2024 and underwent months of rigorous industry-led training supported by academic institutions, sector skill councils and global experts.

WorldSkills Asia 2025 saw more than 500 competitors across 44 skill categories, representing around 29 Asian member and guest countries.