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CWMA’s Institute of Skill Development ExSkill Developmentpands to the North-East with Inauguration of ‘The Literary Mavericks’ in Guwahati

Sep 14, 2024 by Sujata 0 Comments #CWMA, #Skill Development, #The Literary Mavericks

Guwahati, 14th September 2024 – CWMA’s Institute of Skill Development, a registered Mumbai-based literary forum led by its visionary Founder, Mrs. Rachana Ranjan Chakraborty, celebrated the inauguration of its North-East wing, “The Literary Mavericks,” at the Guwahati Press Club. The event saw the presence of several eminent guests who came to mark this significant milestone.

The ceremony began with a traditional Bharatnattyam Ganesh Vandana dance performance, setting a culturally rich tone for the occasion. Following the performance, all the esteemed guests were honored with the traditional Assamese Gamucha as a token of appreciation and respect. Prof. Rachana Chakraborty, the founder, then delivered a dynamic introductory speech, highlighting the organization’s vision for the North-East region.

During the event, Barnana Acharjee, a teacher at Srimanta Sankar Academy, was officially appointed as the Treasurer of the North-East wing by Mrs. Chakraborty. This announcement was followed by an inspiring address from Ms. Rachaita Chakraborty, Youth President of the Mumbai region. She shared her insights on her association with the organization and extended her heartfelt congratulations to the newly formed youth team of Assam.

The highlight of the event was the Prize Distribution Ceremony of the Creative Summer ’24, which was held online in July. The students, who had eagerly awaited this moment, finally received their well-deserved trophies, adding a joyous conclusion to the day.

The event concluded on a high note with media coverage and a series of memorable photographs capturing the essence of this new chapter for CWMA’s Institute of Skill Development.

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RCPSDC signs MoU with Paripatram to drive skill development in India’s E-Waste Management Sector

Sep 6, 2024 by Sujata 0 Comments #RCPSDC, #Skill Development, #Waste Management Sector

New Delhi. September 06, 2024: In another significant step towards revolutionizing waste management in India, the Rubber, Chemical, and Petrochemical Skill Development Council (RCPSDC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Paripatram. The partnership focuses on enhancing skills and formalizing labor within India’s rapidly growing waste sector, a sector crucial for both environmental sustainability and economic growth.

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As India becomes one of the largest producers of electronic waste globally, Paripatram aims to lead in directly addressing this problem head-on. This partnership will work to integrate informal workers into the formal economy, enhancing their livelihoods, while encouraging waste handling practices across the country. The initiative aligns with key national missions like Skill India, Clean India, and Made in India, demonstrating Paripatram’s dedication to promoting sustainable development and creating a skilled, certified workforce in the waste management sector.

“This collaboration is in line with national missions like Skill India and Clean India,” stated Saif Mohammad, CEO of RCPSDC. “We are eager to partner with Paripatram to develop a strong workforce in the waste management sector, supporting India’s Vision 2047 through the creation of sustainable jobs and promoting inclusive economic growth.”

“Formalizing and training individuals in the informal sector is crucial for successful waste management in India”, said Anwar Shirpurwala, Managing Director of Paripatram. “By partnering with RCPSDC, our goal is to provide informal workers with the necessary skills and knowledge to handle e-waste responsibly and effectively, while also supporting the country’s social, economic, and environmental development.”

India’s e-waste sector is expanding at an impressive CAGR of over 15%, representing a significant chance to generate economic impact while addressing a mounting environmental challenge. Paripatram will implement skill development programs across India’s 100 smart cities, with a focus on areas where e-waste generation is particularly high. Paripatram aims to enhance efficiency and safety in e-waste management through upskilling the local workers while promoting sustainable employment and social inclusion.

This partnership overhauls to redefine the waste management landscape in India, establishing a precedent for responsible, skill-driven solutions that prioritize the well-being of both people and the planet.

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Rodic Consultants Launches Skill Development Initiative for Youth on World Youth Day

Aug 13, 2024 by Mansi 0 Comments #Rodic Consultants, #Skill Development

Mumbai, 13 August 2024: On the occasion of World Youth Day, Rodic Consultants, a leading engineering and digital infrastructure consulting company, reaffirms its commitment to fostering the next generation of leaders, a strategic initiative aimed at upgrading the skills of youth over the next five years. The company has introduced a series of targeted training programmes, partnership with educational institutions, and internship opportunities aimed at enhancing the employability of young professionals in the infrastructure engineering consulting sector.

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Emphasising the company’s vision, Ajay Srivastava, Chief Human Resources Officer, Rodic Consultants, said, “Our skill development programme is centred around cultivating an entrepreneurial mindset, risk-taking ability, and agility. We wish to create a young and sustainable organisation with a strong focus on tech literacy and an appetite for growth to push the bar upwards. We aim to align our employees’ potential with their career progression to create a strong culture of accountability and ownership. As we look to the future, Rodic Consultants remains dedicated to nurturing and empowering the next generation of leaders, ensuring that they are well-prepared to drive the organisation forward.”

Srivastava further highlighted the importance of talent retention as a cornerstone of Rodic Consultants’ organisational strategy. “We recognise that young professionals seek regular and meaningful interactions with their managers, not just for performance assessments but also for constructive feedback that helps them sharpen their skills. To address this, we have implemented a regular connect programme that provides young talent with meaningful assignments and opportunities for professional growth. This approach is key to ensuring longer retention and building a sustainable organisation.”

Rodic Consultants, in its endeavour to build a future-ready organisation, also plans to engage and upskill a significant number of young professionals, ensuring they are equipped to take on first-level people management roles within 2-3 years. Additionally, the company is committed to recruiting 10-15% of new professionals annually, with a focus on individuals under 28 years of age to inject fresh perspectives and complementary skillsets into the company’s talent pool, fostering a culture that values innovation and growth.

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Adani Foundation sets up Skill Development Centre for fishing community- Thirumalainagar, Lighthouse Panchayat

Jul 11, 2024 by Mansi 0 Comments #Adani Foundation, #Lighthouse Panchayat, #Self-employed Tailor, #Skill Development, #Thirumalainagar

Chennai: 11th July, 2024: Creating an opportunity for women from the fishing communities to be skilled to be employable and become entrepreneurs. Adani Kattupalli Port through its CSR program aims to provide a platform to skill 240 women in Self-employed Tailor (SET) every year and to empower them to be independent and contributing member in the family. The Skill Centre inaugurated by Mr. Durai Chandrasekar, MLA, Ponneri Constituency, Mr. Waghe Sanket Balwant IAS, Sub Collector, Ponneri, Tiruvallur District, Capt. Madhanmohan, COO, Adani Kattupalli and Ennore Ports, Traditional Leaders, Village Panchayat Presidents, Councilors, Ward Members, and community members.

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Till now, the Foundation has provided training to 750 students through its skilling program out of which 70% of got job placement with various employers. Adani Kattupalli Port is planning to establish to provide skilling to youth in various domains eg Auto Sector, Port operation related and Finance & Acounting in coming years. Adani Skill Development Centre has provided skill training to 150000 plus students and has its presence in 15 states..

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Rodic’s supports women empowerment and skill development in Rural India

Jan 31, 2024 by Sujata 0 Comments #CSR initiative, #Rodic, #Rodic Consultant Pvt Ltd, #Sewak Sansthan, #Skill Development

New Delhi, Jan 31, 2024: In a significant stride towards community wellbeing, Rodic Consultant Pvt Ltd, sponsors a Women Empowerment and Skill Development program in the interior of Bihar. As a CSR initiative, the company has come as a financial supporter in setting up various centers for training women in the Jamui district of Bihar where women from underprivileged communities will be given free training in sewing and embroidery. The training programs are conducted by Lok Sewak Sansthan a registered NGO in Sono, Jamui. The program focuses on imparting sewing and embroidery skills to tribal women in the 20-30 age group.

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This training initiative is an ongoing program that has now entered into its second phase. Inaugurated in the month of November and has expanded to three units, with plans underway to open the fourth unit soon. The total number of women enrolled in the training program has reached an impressive count of 90, reflecting the widespread enthusiasm and participation from the local community. Rodic’s emphasis on skill development aligns with the nation’s overarching Mahila Vikas and Swrozgar missions for women and community development creating equal opportunity for economic growth and development for the neglected ones living in the backward areas of the country.

By sponsoring training sessions conducted by Lok Sewak Sansthan in Jamui, the company aims to the upliftment the status of the marginalized women in these regions. Women from diverse backgrounds exhibited remarkable progress in acquiring sewing and embroidery skills. This training program underscores the positive impact of corporate initiatives in promoting skill development and community empowerment.

In addition to its community development initiatives, Rodic as an engineering and digital innovation consultant has also made significant strides in healthcare digitalization in the remotest areas of Bihar where access to health facilities has been a challenge for the state. Furthermore, the company has a history of undertaking initiatives towards women’s development through various other activities.

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Mumbai Urja Marg to expand potential of Mumbai’s youth in skill development

Jun 14, 2022 by Praveen 0 Comments #Mumbai Urja Marg, #Skill Development, #youth

Mumbai Urja Marg, a critical transmission infrastructure project coming up in Mumbai, announced partnership with Siemens Aikya Education & Welfare Trust to initiate a skill development and training programme for youngsters in Mumbai. Aligned with the government’s vision of ‘Kaushal Bharat-Kushal Bharat’, this initiative will aim to train more than 200 youngsters, in phases, in the Mumbai Metropolitan region. With an aim to make them job ready, the training program will offer youngsters a chance to pursue industry-relevant skill training that can assist them to obtain sustainable livelihood opportunities.

The programme was inaugurated today at Neral in the presence of Mr Ninad Pitale, Project Director- Mumbai Urja Marg; Mr Rajesh Sharma- Secretary and Treasurer, BJP Kalyan Badlapur Region; Mr Avinash Bhopi, Corporator- Kulgaon Badlapur Nagar Parishad; Mr Ashok Rane, Chairman- Siemens Aikya Education & Welfare Trust; Mr Girish Ashtekar, Secretary- Siemens Aikya Education & Welfare Trust and a prominent social worker, Mr Haresh Dhule.

The first batch of the training program will be composed of 20 students, shortlisted through an entrance test. The shortlisted students will go through a three-week rigorous training program that will involve a mix of practical and theoretical modules to acquaint them with the basics of electrical training. The training pedagogy has been designed to help the students acquire the required skill set to start working in electrical workshops and with contractors. On the successful completion of the course, the trainees will receive a certificate as well as career counselling and placement assistance.

Hritik Arun Virle, shortlisted student in the first batch, said, ‘It is a great initiative for youngsters like me. I had the basic knowledge of electrical training but with this training program, which is a mix of theory and practical, the knowledge would be complete and will make me job ready.

Another student, Yash Kailas Bhoir said, ‘I am grateful to the organizers, local administration for starting this kind of job-focused training program. The training would help us become skilled and open up numerous possibilities for us.

Speaking on this initiative, Ninad Pitale, Project Director, Mumbai Urja Marg said: “We, at Mumbai Urja Marg are committed towards making a positive social impact on the communities wherein we operate. Our core purpose of providing skill development training to unemployed and underprivileged youth is to create opportunities for them so that they can attain their full potential. We have started with the first batch and in future more batches would be added to ensure a wider reach and impact”.

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Saurya Urja Company Supports Development Of Professional Human Resources Through Skill Development

Jan 18, 2022 by Gouri 0 Comments #Arvind Chaturvedi, #Bibhu Biswal, #Human Resources, #Keshav Prasad, #Mehtab Ahmed, #Saurya Urja Company, #Skill Development

India, Jan 17, 2022: Saurya Urja Company of Rajasthan Limited (SUCRL) has partnered with AISECT ltd. to establish and operate Skill Development and Solar Training Institute at Phalodi under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Local Area Development (LAD) programme to encourage the youth of Rajasthan to take up skill training and benefit from employment and self-employment opportunities thereafter.

Under this program, AISECT Ltd. will facilitate training for approximately 500 candidates every year and will provide assistance with opportunities for employment and self-employment. The institute is providing training in Solar PV Installer, Tailoring, Data Entry Operator, Plumbing job roles. Interested candidates can enquire at the Saurya Urja – AISECT Training Center, Near NK Cinema, Adarsh Nagar, Phalodi.

Shri Keshav Prasad (CEO of SUCRL) informs that this special skill training program was started in 2019 in partnership with AISECT Ltd. to enforce the strong social commitment of SUCRL towards the larger society. Shri Keshav Prasad said that new courses will be introduced in future so that candidates can access training opportunity according to their interest.

Shri Bibhu Biswal (Senior Vice President) elaborates by saying that skill training has been a pillar of support for many during the Covid-19 pandemic. In future education engrained with skill training shall become the epitome for professional success for the youth and will provide cushion for competitiveness.

Shri Mehtab Ahmed, (CSR Head of Solar Energy) expressed happiness on successful implementation of the free skill training programme so far as it has generated good employment and self-employment opportunities for at least 70-80% trainees. Mr. Ahmed said that SUCRL is contented to be associated with a prestigious training partner like AISECT Ltd. and hopes that the partnership will bring in positive change for the youth of Phalodi area and will help in their economic progress.

AISECT’s Director Shri Arvind Chaturvedi said that Saurya Urja Company of Rajasthan Limited is a reputed organization and AISECT is honored to be a part of SUCRL’s bid to develop professional manpower through skill development in the Phalodi area. AISECT has been running this program successfully for over two years now and despite the challenges posed by the pandemic 70 to 80% students were linked with employment & self-employment opportunities. With the help of SUCRL, many students have benefited under short term training programs in various courses. Continuous efforts are also being made to connect them with employment & Self-employment opportunities.

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