India, July 23 -- The National Skill Development programme in 65 government schools across the district is grappling with a severe shortage of vocational teachers, impacting the quality of skill-based education meant to prepare students for jobs after school, said officials.

According to education officials, 137 vocational teachers are required under the National Skills Qualifications Framework (NSQF) scheme, but only 95 are currently employed, leaving 42 posts vacant. This shortfall is affecting both classroom sessions and hands-on training.

The scheme, launched by the central government and implemented in Haryana, provides training in 11 trades-Information Technology, Banking and Finance, Automobile, Agriculture, Beauty & Wellness, Me...