India has joined the BRICS Centre for Industrial Competencies (BCIC) to strengthen manufacturing skills and industrial cooperation among BRICS countries.
The initiative is implemented in partnership with the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO).
The National Productivity Council (NPC) has been designated as the India centre for BCIC activities.
The aim is to promote Industry 4.0 skills, manufacturing productivity, and support Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).