Apparel Training and Design Centre (ATDC) in collaboration with Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development (RGNIYD), Chandigarh, observed the World Youth Skill Development Day at Seminar Hall, RGNIYD, Chandigarh, Asha Jaswal, mayor, Chandigarh was the Chief Guest for the event. A Seminar titled ‘Youth and Skill Development’ that were organised to mark the occasion.
The objective of the seminar was to deliberate and reflect upon issues and challenges related to skill development in India. The seminar also provided the opportunity for the skill service Providers, academicians and practitioners to share their experiences, showcase best practices and innovations as well as chart out future road map for development.
Jaswal threw light on the significance of new schemes; highlighting the need of intervention of these as it will bring growth and skill development. She suggested that every household would generate income through skill learning and employment and also may get into entrepreneurship.
Roopali Shukla, advisor, ATDC- TOT Academies said: “Skill development is the need of the hour. A larger proportion of India’s youth will become employable by giving them requisite skills for the jobs. Since newer technologies are evolving it is imperative to provide quality training to youth. ATDC as always with its latest strategies & techniques is well poised to train the professionals in the right direction”, Sukla said.
– Apparel and Textile News, Apparel Talk, Indian Apparel
