ADDC Bandipora chairs District Skill Committee meet

Calls for robust action plan within week’s time

BANDIPORA, JULY 30: In order to evaluate the skill gaps and to deliberate on the road map for meeting the skill requirements of the district, the Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC) Bandipora, Mohammad Ashraf Bhat today chaired a meeting of the District Skill Committee (DSC) to discuss the District Skill Development Plan.

The meeting discussed various aspects related to the District Skill Plan to enhance the employability and provide opportunities to skilled human resources to earn sustainable livelihood. The meeting also held a detailed deliberation with regard to the initiatives being taken for the socio-economic development of Artisans of Bandipora and rejuvenation of the traditional and heritage craft by providing Market Interventions.

On the occasion, the ADDC stressed on action points under District Skill Plan by involving line Departments for widening the ambit of Skill Development programme under various schemes to create ample opportunities of employment for the unemployed youth of the District besides improving the living standards of the artisans associated with centuries old traditional crafts.

He directed members of District Skill Committee to work in coordination and consultation with all allied departments for the formulation of a robust skill plan for the unemployed youth.

He said, the primary objective of this committee is to find the gaps and create a robust action plan to bridge these gaps by attracting youth to modernised course. He urged officers to incorporate new trades and skills suitable for the youth for their livelihood.

The meeting was attented by General Manager District Industries Center Bandipora, District Social Welfare Officer, Chief Education Officer, Principal ITI Bandipora, District Officer JKEDA, DIO and representatives of various departments.