New Delhi: South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) has taken a major step toward community development and youth empowerment by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC). Under this partnership, a state-of-the-art Multi-Skill Development Institute (MSDI) will be set up at Gevra CETI in Korba district, Chhattisgarh.
The initiative is aimed at equipping the youth from SECL’s operational areas with industry-relevant skills, thereby enhancing their employability and self-employment opportunities.
₹6.86 Crore CSR Project to Benefit 1,260 Youth
As part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) commitment, SECL will provide financial assistance of ₹6.86 crore for the establishment of the MSDI.
The institute is expected to train 1,260 youth over a period of three years, with a focus on vocational and technical courses. In the first phase, training will be provided in:
- Assistant Electrician
- Sewing Machine Operator
- Assembly Operator (RAC)
The MSDI will be equipped with modern infrastructure, advanced training equipment, and state-of-the-art facilities to ensure high-quality skill development.
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MoU Signed in Presence of Senior Officials
The MoU signing ceremony was attended by Mr. C.M. Verma, General Manager (CSR), SECL, Mr. Rishikesh Patankar, Vice President – Government Programmes & CSR, NSDC, and Ms. Sarita Bhatia, General Manager – CSR, NSDC, along with senior officials from the SECL CSR Department.
This strategic collaboration reflects SECL’s commitment to social responsibility and sustainable development in coal mining regions.
Empowering Communities Through Skill Development
The MSDI project aligns with India’s Skill India Mission and aims to bridge the skill gap in rural and semi-urban areas, particularly around coalfields. By providing structured vocational training, the initiative will create job-ready youth, enabling them to secure stable employment or start their own ventures.
About SECL
South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) is a Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) under Coal India Limited, Ministry of Coal, Government of India. Headquartered in Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, SECL is one of the largest coal-producing companies in the country. Beyond coal production, SECL actively contributes to community development through CSR initiatives in education, health, infrastructure, livelihood generation, and skill development, playing a pivotal role in the socio-economic growth of its operational regions.
About NSDC
The National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) is a public-private partnership under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), Government of India. Established to promote skill development by catalyzing the creation of large, quality vocational training institutions, NSDC works closely with industries, training partners, and state governments.
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