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UID: D-20250112-IN-05
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The indicator “Total Institutes under Ministries in India, by State” is an important measure of the spread and accessibility of specialized higher education and training institutions administered by central ministries. These institutes—covering sectors such as health, skill development, agriculture, textiles, social justice, labour, culture, and science—are designed to build domain-specific human capital aligned with national priorities. State-wise tracking of institutes under various ministries highlights the geographic distribution of centrally supported educational and training infrastructure. It helps identify regional concentrations and gaps in access to specialized education, research, and professional training. States with fewer such institutes may face limitations in sector-specific capacity building, while higher concentrations may indicate stronger institutional ecosystems and greater opportunities for students and professionals.
From a policy and planning perspective, this indicator supports coordination across ministries and evidence-based decisions on where to establish new institutes or expand existing ones. It also helps assess alignment between institutional presence, regional development needs, and workforce demand. For researchers, students, and policymakers, this indicator provides transparency into the role of central ministries in shaping the education and training landscape. Overall, tracking institutes under ministries by state is essential for promoting balanced regional development, strengthening sectoral skills, and ensuring equitable access to nationally supported educational institutions across India.
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