Chandigarh : Kiran Kher inaugurated a skill development project through computer on wheels by Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development (RGNIYD), Chandigarh. She also released the impact poster and annual report of RGNIYD.
She praised RGNIYD for launching the skill development project for the youths in the village. Under this project, 150 youths will be trained on computer and soft skills for about six to eight months.
Kher said: “I am delighted to know that RGNIYD will also provide placement assistance to these students. Skill development of our youths is important, especially because India is one of the few countries in the world where the working age population is high.”
Stanzin Dawa, regional director, RGNIYD, Chandigarh, was also present on the occasion. Talking about the project, Dawa said: “The initiative aims to offer rural youth meaningful, industry relevant skill-based training and transform them into technically skilled relevant to current and emerging employment market needs.”
He reiterated the RGNIYD’s vision to reach out to the youths from economically-weaker section through skill development so that young people make a contribution to the country’s growth and nation building.
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