Haryana to launch skill development programs for +2 dropouts

The Haryana government will soon start a state-wide skill development program for +2 dropouts, announced chief secretary Sanjeev Kaushal at a meeting of Haryana Skill Development Mission in Chandigarh Monday. The program will be launched in the Nuh district first and then implemented in other districts. Under the program, students shall be imparted specific skill-based training to enhance their employability.

In the meeting, Kaushal issued directions to the officials concerned to create a comprehensive skill-development plan for each district so that “more and more dropouts can be equipped with specific skills required in various industries and design training programs that cater to the needs of the local industry.” He also directed officials to launch an awareness campaign to ensure that the maximum number of dropout students can avail the benefits of such skill-training programs.

“The chief secretary also suggested officers to invite successful industrialists and motivational speakers to address the candidates which will instil a sense of confidence and determination in them. Electric Vehicle Training in association with Jai Bharat Maruti will be started. Machinist Training in association with Swaraj Industries and 5G training in association with Airtel, Reliance will commence soon,” a government spokesperson said.