Lyon, France: The 47th WorldSkills Competition opened on September 10, 2024, with French President Emmanuel Macron inaugurating the event at the LDLC Arena.

Minister Jayant Chaudhary, from the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, attended the ceremony to encourage Team India, consisting of 60 competitors participating in 52 skills.

With over 13,000 attendees, the competition featured Team India in vibrant ceremonial attire, reflecting the nation's cultural heritage. The participants are competing in diverse skills including 3D Digital Game Art, Additive Manufacturing, Cyber Security, Fashion Technology, and more.

Chaudhary emphasized the significance of the competition as a platform for knowledge sharing and skill development.

He praised the team's role as change makers and expressed pride in their global representation. The Indian team, led by flagbearer Shreyansh Sharma in Chemical Laboratory Technology, made a memorable entrance during the Parade of Nations.

The competition, known as the "Olympics of Skills," runs from September 10-15 at Euroexpo Lyon. It is a testament to France's commitment to skill development, also coinciding with its hosting of the Olympics and Paralympics.