Combined graduation programme for candidates trained under the Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY) in Nagaland was held on November 2.
Kohima, November 3 (MExN): A combined graduation programme for candidates trained under the Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY) in Nagaland was held on November 2.
Candidates trained at Flywings Simulator Training Center Limited (FWSTC) under the Airline Customer Service Executive programme have been placed at Delhi International Airport and Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad. Those trained at Impact Hub Society under the Guest Service Associate (F&B Service) programme have been placed in five-star hospitality properties across India, stated a press release.
Rural Development Director M Mongna Konyak, who attended as special guest, said the occasion celebrated the trainees’ hard work, grit and transformation over the past few months.
He said the programme encourages youths to look beyond government jobs and seek sustainable and dignified employment in the private sector. It also sends a message that acquiring skills and pursuing employment can be a conscious choice for young people, he said.
Highlighting the vision of DDU-GKY, Konyak said the scheme recognises the potential, talent and capabilities of rural youth and serves as a bridge connecting them with suitable opportunities.
He commended the candidates for leaving the comfort of their homes, undergoing rigorous training, mastering technical skills and strengthening their communication and digital capabilities.
The director assured the Rural Development Department’s support to the Nagaland State Rural Livelihoods Mission (NSRLM) in creating employment opportunities, and acknowledged the mission’s efforts to reach eligible rural youth.
The programme was chaired by Ebibeni N Humtsoe.
Pastor Among Lemtur of New Life Nagaland gave the invocation, while Menuoneituo Chadi, COO (Skills), NSRLM, delivered the welcome address. Ruokuokhrienuo Miario and Maijon Sengyung shared their reflections on the training experience. Faihamti Longmailai Thaosen gave a guardian’s testimonial, followed by a special song by Shandemo Kithan.
Offer letters were handed over to the graduates. Tshipokla Longkumer, Area Coordinator (Skills), Chümoukedima, proposed the vote of thanks.
