Dehradun. At the 48th WorldSkills Competition held in Shanghai from 22‑27 September 2026, India delivered a record‑breaking performance, walking away with six silver medals and twenty Medallions of Excellence. The tally secured a 10th‑place ranking – the highest ever for the nation at this global showcase.
Two talented youths from Uttarakhand were pivotal to this success. Sania Joshi captured a silver medal in the Retail Sales category, while Parth Vohra earned silver in Industrial Design Technology, both adding valuable points to India’s overall score.
Uttarakhand’s Talent Shines on the World Stage
WorldSkills is widely regarded as the premier international arena where emerging professionals demonstrate technical mastery, creativity, and innovation across a broad spectrum of trades. The 2026 edition featured roughly 1,400 contestants competing in 64 skill categories.
For Uttarakhand, the medal haul represents a milestone for its skill‑development ecosystem. Sania and Parth’s achievements not only contributed to India’s medal tally but also placed the state’s training programs in the global spotlight.
From IndiaSkills to WorldSkills: A Pathway to Excellence
The rigorous IndiaSkills 2025‑26 selection process, overseen by the Uttarakhand Department of Skill Development and Employment and the Uttarakhand Skill Development Society (UKSDS), prepared both athletes for the international stage. IndiaSkills offers a tiered platform—state, regional, and national—where top performers earn the right to represent the country abroad.
Through this structured pathway, Sania Joshi and Parth Vohra distinguished themselves, securing spots at WorldSkills 2026 and ultimately delivering silver‑medal performances that underscored the effectiveness of Uttarakhand’s skill‑training initiatives.
Their success underscores the growing emphasis on skill development in Uttarakhand, highlighting how targeted support can enable young professionals to compete—and win—on the world stage.
