Dehradun – A fresh skill‑development drive has been unveiled to ready Uttarakhand’s young workforce for the fast‑changing demands of industry. Spearheaded by Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, the Department of Skill Development & Employment has inked a Memorandum of Understanding with the M3M Foundation to bridge the gap between training and real‑world jobs.
During a ceremony in Dehradun, the MoU was signed by Sanjay Kumar, Director (Training) of the Department, and Dr. Aishwarya Mahajan, Managing Trustee and President of the M3M Foundation.
Four Cities Targeted for the First Phase
The rollout will initially focus on establishing state‑of‑the‑art training centres in Dehradun, Haldwani, Kashipur and Pithoragarh. Depending on local demand and beneficiary availability, Almora and Barkot could be added later.
Each centre will host at least two industry‑aligned courses, selected after a detailed assessment of regional employment trends. Beyond technical instruction, the programme will actively link graduates with employers, offering placement support and pathways to sustainable livelihoods.
Modern Technical Trades on Offer
The curriculum targets high‑growth sectors, including:
- Electric Vehicles (EV) technology
- Auto electrical maintenance
- Automobile repair and servicing
- Internet of Things (IoT) applications
- Advanced plumbing techniques
Course selection will be fine‑tuned to match local industry needs, ensuring that trainees acquire skills that are immediately relevant to employers.
Employment‑First Approach
Dr. Payal Kanodia, Chairperson and Trustee of the M3M Foundation, emphasized that the collaboration goes beyond classroom teaching. “Our aim is to mould a workforce that meets industry specifications and to secure meaningful jobs for them,” she said.
The partnership will monitor trainee outcomes, continuously improving the alignment between training modules and market demand. Officials present at the launch included Deputy Director (Employment) Chandrakanta, Deputy Director (Training) Niranjan Khugshal, Principal Dinkar Rautela, UKSDM Nodal Officer Vinita Badoni, and M3M representative Arvind Kumar Sharma.
