# India plans to recognize Russian proficiency as a professional skill

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- TASS, 2026-10-16 14:23 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://tass.com/society/2203121

> India plans to recognize Russian-language proficiency as a professional skill soon, Deputy Secretary Amit Kumar of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship said at a Russian-Indian business forum in Kazan. India is also preparing early adaptation programs for students and assessing demand for workers in Russia, particularly in construction, manufacturing and transport.