Bandipora: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Bandipora, Shakeel ul Rehman, who is also Chairman, District Skill Committee on Friday chaired a meeting of District Skill Committee to discuss coordinated efforts among various stakeholders to ensure the effective implementation of skill development schemes.
On the occasion, detailed discussions were held on the formulation of District Skill Action Plan 2024-25 and the progress achieved so far, besides threadbare discussions were held regarding the initiatives to enhance skill development in the district.
Superintendent ITI Bandipora informed the meeting that various short-term courses have been proposed to bridge the skill gap including Beekeeper, Mushroom Grower, Makeup Artist, Baking Technician, Graphic Designer, and in the meanwhile various courses have been proposed for up-skilling also.
The DC on the occasion emphasized identifying local skill gaps and asked the officers from skill development and other concerned departments to conduct surveys and submit proposals accordingly to bridge the skill gap and stressed for efficient and accountable implementation of Skill development programmes.
He also emphasized market linkage of SHGs and SSI for tailoring skill development efforts to the specific needs of the district, thereby enhancing employment opportunities and economic growth, besides stressed on improved quality and market relevance of skill development programmes.
Among others, the meeting was attended by ADDC Mohammad Ashraf Bhatt, ADC Umar Shafi Pandit, CEO, CMO, CAO, CAHO, Assistant Labour Commissioner, AD Fisheries Bandipora, District Social Welfare Officer, Superintendent ITI Bandipora, Superintendent ITI Hajin, District Officer JKEDI Bandipora and Accounts Officer with Deputy Commissioner besides other concerned.
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