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Vedanta Sesa Goa’s Initiatives Touch Lives of Over 1 lakh Youngsters Across States

Jul 17, 2024 by Mansi 0 Comments #COPA, #NSDC, #Skill India, #STS, #Viksit Bharat, #World Youth Skills Day

World Youth Skills Day was instituted with the aim of equipping young generation with skills for employment, entrepreneurship and skill building. Celebrated on July 15, this year’s theme is ‘Youth Skills for Peace & Development’, which emphasises their role in overall societal development. Vedanta Sesa Goa has been at the forefront of youth empowerment, development and skilling. Through its key initiatives, it has helped transform the future of over 1,00,000 youngsters across states.

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Vedanta Sesa Goa’s commitments also align with key global goals, particularly the ‘Skill India’ vision and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal, SDG4 – ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all. Under the aegis of the Anil Agarwal Foundation, the brand has collaborated with esteemed knowledge providers such as National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), Industrial Training Institutes etc. to ensure that the training programs are tailored to the evolving needs of the market and the aspirations of the youth.

At the heart of this endeavour lies the Sesa Technical School (STS), a CSR initiative established in 1994 on the reclaimed Sanquelim Iron Ore Mines. Aimed to equip local youth in Goa to successfully enter the workforce or embark on their entrepreneurial journeys. STS has achieved nearly 100% student placements since its inception.

Over the years, STS has provided upskilling and training opportunities to over 2,000 individuals and helped them get placed in various multinationals

Vedanta has a pronounced orientation towards women empowerment and runs specially curated courses exclusively for women aspiring for industrial roles at STS. It also provides scholarships across Goa to the women/ girls applying for ITI courses.

Similarly, a newly started skilling programme at STS, the Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA) course for women seeks to make women professionals in the field of computer applications and has benefitted over 80,000 students in more than 350 schools across states.

Project Unnati is another notable upskilling initiative by Vedanta Sesa Goa’s Iron Ore Karnataka division, aimed at empowering youth through placement-linked skill development training.

Recognizing the importance of sports in shaping well-rounded individuals, the Sesa Football Academy (SFA) has emerged as a cradle for local talent, propelling Goan players to the national stage. Vedanta Women’s League has become a beacon of empowerment, offering over 1,000 women a platform to chase their sporting aspirations. The emphasis on girls’ football at the grassroots level has led to the setting up of Girls Football Centres at Bicholim and Amona.

Vedanta Sesa Goa’s multi-faceted approach to youth empowerment, through educational initiatives, technical training, sports development, and community engagement, is transforming lives and shaping a brighter future for youth and contributing towards achieving the vision of ‘Viksit Bharat’.

As we celebrate World Youth Skills Day, Vedanta Sesa Goa‘s initiatives resonate even more profoundly. The impact of their initiatives will be felt for generations to come, building a foundation for a thriving, skilled, and empowered youth community in Goa.

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Mondelez India, NSDC Launch Youth Skilling Program in MP & Maharashtra on World Youth Skills Day

Jul 16, 2024 by Mansi 0 Comments #Dr. Archana Patankar, #Maharashtra, #Mondelez India, #MP, #Ms. Ophira Bhatia, #World Youth Skills Day

India, July 16, 2024: Mondelez India, in collaboration with National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), has commenced a youth skilling program at two skill development centres in Bhind, Madhya Pradesh, and Pune, Maharashtra, in observance of World Youth Skills Day.

This endeavour builds upon the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed between Mondelez India and NSDC in November 2023, aimed at empowering 660 young people across Pune and Bhind. The initiative is an extension of Mondelez India’s national CSR program, Shubh Aarambh, which has positively impacted the lives of 100,000 beneficiaries over the last ten years through various initiatives, including youth skilling.

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Ms. Ophira Bhatia, Senior Director, India & Lead, India & Lead, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, Corporate & Government Affairs – Mondelēz International, stated, “Over the decade, through Shubh Aarambh, our national CSR program, we have empowered nearly 1000 young individuals with our youth skilling programs. The commencement of the youth skilling program at Bhind and Pune, in collaboration with NSDC, marks a significant stride in our continuous endeavour to empower India’s youth. Through our association with NSDC and leveraging expert partnerships, we aim to provide training and unlock avenues to real career prospects. Our objective is to foster a sustainable positive impact by equipping young people with the necessary skills to thrive in today’s job market and contribute to their local economies.”

Sharing her insights on the initiative, Dr. Archana Patankar, Vice President, Research & Impact, NSDC stated, “On World Youth Skills Day, we are proud to celebrate the commencement of our youth skilling programs at our two skilling centers in Bhind and Pune, in collaboration with Mondelez India. This initiative reflects our commitment to equipping young individuals with industry-relevant skills, enhancing their employability, and contributing to local economies. By providing targeted training in key sectors such as management, hospitality, retail, IT-ITeS, and logistics, we are bridging the skills gap and opening doors to meaningful career opportunities. Together, we are building a future-ready workforce that can thrive in a dynamic global market.”

The candidates will be trained in sectors such as management, hospitality & tourism, retail, IT-ITeS, and logistics, that have been identified based on job assessments and skill related demands from local industries and job markets. In Bhind, more than 300 candidates will receive training for roles in security, retail, front office, etc. Simultaneously, in Pune, over 300 candidates will receive training for roles in office, documentation, customer care, etc.

The training will encompass Short-Term Training (STT) using Qualification Pack (QP)- led training modules specifically designed for the job roles in the identified sectors. The candidates will receive training in soft skills and skill orientation on respective job roles, tools, and work methodology. It will be followed by assessment, certification, and connecting the candidates to employment opportunities.

The project will leverage NSDC’s skilling ecosystem, which includes training partners, assessment partners, and others. The training partners will be responsible for mobilising youth, forming and initiating training batches, setting up training premises, conducting training modules, facilitating third-party assessments, and organising placement drives for certified candidates.

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Vedanta Aluminium Empowers Local Youth on World Youth Skills Day

Jul 16, 2024 by Mansi 0 Comments #John Slaven, #NABARD, #OSDA, #Vedanta Aluminium, #World Youth Skills Day

16th July 2024: On World Youth Skills Day, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, reaffirmed its commitment to youth empowerment by announcing the expansion of its skill development initiatives across its locations. These programs aim to enhance the skillsets of rural youth, transitioning them from unskilled to semi-skilled categories through placement-linked training programs. Towards this goal, the company has collaborated with several coveted training institutions like the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD), Odisha Skill Development Authority (OSDA), and Skill Development Institute (SDI) among others. Through these efforts, Vedanta Aluminium is aiding youth across India in achieving sustainable livelihoods and contributing to the socio- economic development of their communities and the nation.

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 Following a robust skilling framework, Vedanta Aluminium has trained nearly 14,000 youth through its skill development initiatives and institutional collaborations so far. As trainees gain experience and improve their skills, they become eligible for higher-paying job opportunities, offering them secure employment and the potential for salary growth over time. The visible success of these trainees inspires a learning culture, encouraging more individuals in the region to enrol in the programs, fostering continuous improvement. By covering trades that are in constant demand within the market, the training programs ensure sustainable employment prospects that meet ongoing industry needs.

 John Slaven, CEO, Vedanta Aluminium, said, “Skilling the younger population is integral to our vision of elevating the socio-economic status of regions where we operate. By equipping them with market-relevant skills and fostering a culture of continuous learning, we are not only helping them to secure their future but also bringing remote areas of the country to the socio-economic mainstream. To date, we have trained 14,000 youth, and on World Youth Skills Day, we reiterate our commitment to bridging skill gaps and creating opportunities to help shape the next generation of leaders and innovators in India.”

 Vedanta’s skilling programs in Odisha span multiple locations:
– Around its alumina refinery operations in Lanjigarh in Kalahandi district (Odisha), Vedanta Aluminium aims to upgrade the skills of 3,500 youth over the next three years, in partnership with OSDA and Vedanta’s collaboration with NABARD.

 – Skill training centres at Lanjigarh and Bhawanipatna offer training courses for roles in food and beverage, hospitality, and electrical maintenance, to name a few.

 Graduates of these programs have secured placements with prominent organizations such as Club Mahindra, Minerva Group of Hotels and Restaurants, Honda showrooms, and Sarovar Hotels and Resorts. In this fiscal year, the program saw a successful placement percentage of 77%.

– At the aluminium plant in Jharsuguda, Odisha, the company has collaborated with Ashok Leyland and the State Government for the light motor vehicle and heavy motor vehicle training program. Many of the trainees are employed at Vedanta’s operations and in nearby industries.

 – Vedanta also provides technical training for youth in mechatronics, mechanical and electrical services at the World Skill Centre, Bhubaneswar.

 – At its mining operations at Jamkhani in Sundargarh, Odisha, Vedanta Aluminium has partnered with SDI, Bhubaneswar and the State Institute of Hotel Management, Balangir, to train more than 60 candidates across various programs. These programs have been successful, with majority of the trained candidates already securing relevant jobs post-training.

 At Chhatisgarh, where Vedanta has a manufacturing facility in Korba,
– Its unit, BALCO, is imparting vocational training to rural youth, dropouts, and unemployed population through three centres of Vedanta Skill School. The schools impart skilling in relevant trades like electrical maintenance, welding, hospitality, fitter and solar technician, and link them with gainful employment opportunities. In FY24, a staggering 81% of trainees secured jobs or pursued entrepreneurship after training.

 In Andhra Pradesh, where Vedanta runs the Vizag General Cargo Berth (VGCB) port operations,
– The company has collaborated with the Vedanta Foundation to establish a cutting- edge computer lab at Queen Mary Government High School. The lab has empowered over 11,00 young beneficiaries, significantly bridging the digital divide in the area.

 – It has also partnered with Centre of Excellence for Maritime & Shipbuilding (CEMS) for the training and placement of 100 youth as computer numerical control (CNC) operators, electricians and inventory controllers, with the inventory controller training batch comprising only female candidates.

 Vedanta Aluminium, a business of Vedanta Limited, is India’s largest producer of aluminium, manufacturing more than half of India’s aluminium i.e., 2.37 million tonnes in FY24. It is a leader in value-added aluminium products that find critical applications in core industries. Vedanta Aluminium ranks 1st in the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment 2023 world rankings for the aluminium industry, a reflection of its sustainable development practices. With its world-class aluminium smelters, alumina refinery and power plants in India, the company fulfils its mission of spurring emerging applications of aluminium as the ‘Metal of the Future’ for a greener tomorrow.

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Empowering India’s Youth: Ramesh Alluri Reddy of TeamLease on World Youth Skills Day

Jul 15, 2024 by Mansi 0 Comments #India’s Youth, #Ramesh Alluri Reddy, #TeamLease, #World Youth Skills Day

New Delhi, July 15, 2024 – Celebrated annually on July 15th, World Youth Skills Day highlights the critical importance of equipping young people with skills for employment, decent work, and entrepreneurship. This day serves as a reminder of the significant role skill development plays in fostering economic growth, reducing inequality, and enhancing youth empowerment worldwide. In India, with its burgeoning youth population, the emphasis on skill development is particularly crucial to leverage the country’s demographic dividend.

On this occasion, Ramesh Alluri Reddy, CEO of TeamLease Degree Apprenticeship, underscored the need for comprehensive skill development strategies to harness India’s vast youth potential. With over 808 million individuals under the age of 35, India boasts the highest youth population globally, making skill development a national imperative.

In his statement, Mr. Reddy highlighted the importance of engaging key stakeholders, including youth, policymakers, and the private sector, in fostering relevant skills development. He emphasized that a multifaceted approach is essential to address the diverse needs of these groups.

“For the youth, it is vital to create detailed career and academic roadmaps supported by personalized counselling services,” said Mr. Reddy. “This ensures that young individuals are well-informed about their career options and the skills required for various paths.”

Mr. Reddy highlighted the significance of integrating theoretical knowledge with practical skills through apprenticeships, particularly degree apprenticeships. These programs bridge the gap between education and employment by allowing students to gain hands-on experience while pursuing their degrees, thereby enhancing their employability upon graduation. Notably, India’s employable youth population has risen from 33.9% in 2014 to 50.3% in 2024, reflecting substantial progress in skilling initiatives. However, the Periodic Labour Force Survey 2022-23 indicates that 72.6% of workers aged 15-59 lack formal or informal vocational or technical training, highlighting the ongoing need for focused efforts in this area.

From an industry perspective, Mr. Reddy stressed the benefits of skills development for productivity improvement and employee retention. He called on companies to invest in training programs and apprenticeships to build a sustainable talent supply chain. By collaborating with educational institutions, industries can ensure that curricula align with current market needs, producing job-ready graduates.

For policymakers, simplifying policies and creating user-friendly systems is crucial. Mr. Reddy proposed establishing a tripartite framework involving the government, industry, and educational institutions to facilitate better coordination and implementation of skilling initiatives. He also suggested introducing a credit framework and providing incentives, such as tax breaks or grants for MSMEs that invest in skill development and diversity, to drive engagement further.

“By creating an ecosystem that supports continuous learning and skill enhancement, we can ensure that India’s youth are equipped with the relevant skills to thrive in the evolving job market,” concluded Mr. Reddy.