Tata Metaliks Ltd, a subsidiary of Tata Steel , signed a memorandum of understanding with Paschim Banga Society for Skill Development (PBSSD) to set up a Skill Development Centre (SDC) in Midnapore district of West Bengal.

As part of corporate social responsibility and affirmative action initiative, it has signed the MoU with PBSSD, a Tata Metaliks Ltd (TML) statement said here.

The MoU was signed by Sanjiv Paul, Managing Director, TML and PBSSD in the presence of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee at Nabanna, the state’s administrative headquarters.

The Chief Minister expressed her happiness on the occasion and assured full support for the success of the skill development centre, the statement said.

This initiative will equip the underprivileged youths of the local community in and around TML’s plant at Kharagpur with skills that will enable them to earn a sustainable livelihood either through employment or as entrepreneurs, it said.

The centre will operate from a building belonging to PBSSD located within the campus of ITI, Midnapore. TML will train 1,000-1,200 youths annually through a reputed National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) approved training partner in short-term vocational courses.

The initial focus will be on plumbing, electrician, carpentry, beauty & wellness, hospitality and security courses. The trainees will also be provided soft skills and basic computer training.

Source: moneycontrol