Dalmia Bharat Foundation announces launch of 8 new DIKSHa centres across India in FY 24 on eve of World Youth Skills Day
DIKSHa Program aims to Skill 1 lakh youth for sustainable livelihood
City Air News
Jul 14, 2023 04:52
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Hyderabad/ New Delhi, July 14, 2023: Dalmia Bharat Foundation (DBF), the corporate social responsibility arm of Dalmia Bharat Ltd. (DBL) has announced its plan to train 1 lakh youth by FY 30 under its flagship programme - Dalmia Institute of Knowledge and Skill Harnessing (DIKSHa). DIKSHa is dedicated to enabling skill development and sustainable livelihoods for disadvantaged youth in rural communities in India. To strengthen the reach of the programme, DBF will be opening 8 new centres across India in FY 24, in addition to its existing network of 15 centers, with a cumulative training capacity of 8000 trainees. The new centres will be launched in Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Jharkhand, Maharashtra, Odisha and Tamil Nadu. The programme was initiated in partnership with the National Skill Development Corporation in 2016. DBF has further expanded partnerships to include the State Skill Development Missions of Odisha and Karnataka, as well as collaborations with organizations like NABARD, NBCFDC, OSDA, BOSCH, Schneider Electric, etc.
Commenting on the expansion plan, Ashok Kumar Gupta, CEO, Dalmia Bharat Foundation said, “At Dalmia Bharat we aim to create programmes for inclusive development and are committed to make a tangible impact on the lives of the marginalized communities. On the eve of World Youth Skills Day, we are happy to announce our expansion plans for DIKSHa, dedicated to empowering our youth with essential skills for a brighter future. We aim to bridge the significant skill gaps in our nation’s workforce, creating opportunities for economic empowerment and a better life. Through DIKSHa we hope to build a skilled and Atmanirbhar India."
