The Directorate of Technical Education, Nagaland, conducted the inaugural programme for short-term vocational skill training at Government Polytechnic Kohima on October 26 with the aim of equipping young people with essential vocational skills to enhance their employability and livelihood opportunities.

Speaking as the special guest, Sarita Yadav, IAS, Secretary, Department of Higher and Technical Education (H&TE), encouraged the trainees to be sincere, dedicated and committed throughout their respective training courses. She highlighted the importance of acquiring emerging and in-demand skills to meet today’s changing employment needs. She expressed her appreciation to the State Government for providing financial support for the initiative and to acquire practical vocational skills.

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She also appreciated the Directorate of Technical Education for initiating the programme and encouraged the department to continue and conduct such initiatives in the coming days to benefit more young people across the state.

The inaugural programme was attended by Er Vipulhou Lhoungu, Director of Technical Education, officers of the Directorate of Technical Education, the Principal, faculty members and staff of Government Polytechnic, Kohima.

Under the programme, 100 trainees have been enrolled in different vocational courses. These include 30 trainees in Computer Basics for a duration of three months, 30 trainees in Cutting and Tailoring for two months, and 40 trainees divided into two batches for one month each.

The short-term vocational training initiative is expected to provide participants with practical, job-oriented skills and broaden their opportunities for employment, self-employment and sustainable livelihood.